Respiratory function testing at The Children's Hospital at Westmead

The Respiratory Function Unit provides testing to diagnose, assess the severity of disease and monitor treatment progress.

The laboratory tests patients with a broad range of respiratory disorders including Asthma, Cystic fibrosis, Suppurative Lung Disease, Neuromuscular disorders and congenital lung malformations.

Respiratory Function Unit contact details:
Phone: (02) 7825 2295 or (02) 7825 3947

Your child has been referred to the Respiratory Function Unit at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead for lung function testing.

Referral from physician within the Children’s Hospital at Westmead:

• A preliminary result will be available immediately upon completion of the test.
• A final copy of the test including a physician's report will be available within 5 business days.

Referral is from a paediatrician outside of the Children’s Hospital at Westmead: 

• A final copy of the test including a physician’s report will be sent to your doctor within 5 business days.

Patients that are eligible for Medicare are bulk billed. If your child is ineligible for Medicare, please contact the lab for further information.