Pulmonary

Lung function test in Taiwan

肺功能檢查

Asthma, COPD and lung capacity.

About this test

A breathing test in which the person blows as hard and as long as possible into a tube connected to a machine called a spirometer. It measures how much air the lungs hold and how fast it moves.

It shows lung capacity and how easily air flows in and out. Doctors use the results to help assess asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other lung conditions that make breathing harder.

How much does Lung function test cost in Taiwan?

In Taiwan, Lung function test is listed on its own from US$11 at 1 hospital.

Price on its own

HospitalCityAs listedPriceNote
Sijhih Cathay General Hospital Health Examination CenterNew TaipeiLung function test
US$11
NT$350
Source ↗ · checked 2026-09-20
US$ at 32.1 TWD, 23 Sep 2026; you pay in NT$.

Packages that include it

PackageHospitalPrice
Budget-Friendly PackageCountry Hospital, Taipei
US$62
NT$2,000
Budget Checkup PackagePingtung Christian Hospital, Pingtung
US$84
NT$2,700
Pre-Marriage PackageCountry Hospital, Taipei
US$93
NT$3,000
Elite PackageCountry Hospital, Taipei
US$156
NT$5,000
Happy Life Health Check-up - Elite Guardian PlanChina Medical University Hsinchu Hospital Health Management Center, Hsinchu
US$280
NT$9,000
Gentleman Vitality Checkup (Plan C)Taichung Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taichung
US$308
NT$9,900
Care PackageCountry Hospital, Taipei
US$312
NT$10,000
Basic Health CheckupCathay General Hospital Health Management Center, Taipei
US$343
NT$11,000

What US screening guidelines say

The US Preventive Services Task Force is an independent US panel whose recommendations cover people without symptoms. Shown for comparison; it is not advice for you.

Recommended against (grade D)The USPSTF recommends against screening for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in asymptomatic adults. (2022) · USPSTF ↗

Before this test

This is general information about how the exam is usually done, not medical advice for you or your family member. Requirements vary by center and by individual health history — always follow the center's own instructions and your own doctor's guidance, especially for any medicine change.

Usually asks for no smoking for 24 hours, no heavy meals for at least 2 hours, and no alcohol for at least 4 hours beforehand; wear loose clothing.

Mention when booking: Mention a recent heart attack, stroke or surgery, a chest infection, heart problems or uncontrolled blood pressure; ask whether to bring or hold your usual inhaler.

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