Cosmed Quark CPET, User Manual

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Getting Started - Introduction - 15
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Introduction
The Quark is the designed for evaluation of the cardiorespiratory system
The system can perform spirometry, lung volumes, diffusion or exercise testing
The Quark can be configured with the following modules according to the specific application:
Quark Spiro Quark PFT Quark CPET
Spirometry
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Lung Volumes -
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Diffusing Capacity (DLCO)
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Respiratory Mechanics
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CPET
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Dosimeter
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Oximeter
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Airway Resistance
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Mixing Chamber
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Standard
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Optional
The Quark Spiro and Quark PFT must be configured with either the turbine flowmeter or X-9 PNT
Each module will allow the following tests to be performed:
Module Tests Available
Spirometry FVC, VC, MVV
Lung Volumes FRC (via Nitorgen Wash-out), Closing Volume
Diffusing Capacity (DLCO) Diffusing Capacity (with or without apnea, or intra-breath method)
Respiratory Mechanics MIP/MEP, P0.1
CPET Breath-by-breath exercise testing
Dosimeter Allows measurements to be obtained after the delivery of broncho-provocators according to
standardized protocols
Oximeter Oximetry Tests
Airway Resistance Airways Resistance using the interrupter technique (Rocc)
Mixing Chamber
Exercise testing using the mixing chamber technique (ideal for sports medicine)