Pulmonary Function Laboratories Overview

The Mayo Clinic pulmonary function laboratories offer many advanced tests for common and rare conditions that affect the lungs and breathing. Despite their size, high volume and complexity, these laboratories are staffed by healthcare professionals who put your needs first. You receive prompt, individualized and compassionate care.

At Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota, the pulmonary function laboratories serve hundreds of people a day. The laboratories' large patient volume, advanced technology and outstanding quality assurance program support the clinic's international reputation for the accurate diagnosis of respiratory diseases.

A tradition of research and innovation

The Mayo Clinic pulmonary function laboratories grew from the Department of Physiology, which in the mid-20th century transformed aviation by developing the aviator's oxygen mask, the G-suit, the oxygen bailout bottle and the "M1 maneuver." Fighter pilots used this maneuver to maintain consciousness when subjected to g-forces. The original lab and its founders developed:

  • The pulse oximeter.
  • The flow volume curve.
  • The nitrogen washout method for lung volumes.
  • Sleep medicine methods.
  • Improved research methods for pulmonary function testing.

Mayo Clinic continues to build on that tradition. The experts of the pulmonary function laboratories are involved in many national and international research studies.

Pulmonary rehabilitation. Mayo Clinic offers a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program for people with breathing problems due to COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, asthma and other chronic lung conditions.

Spirometry training in Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Pulmonary Function Laboratory provides spirometry training certified by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for pulmonology by U.S. News and World Report.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for respiratory disorders by U.S. News and World Report.

Contact

Arizona
Pulmonary Function Laboratories
Mayo Clinic

5881 E. Mayo Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85054

13400 E. Shea Blvd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
Phone: 480-301-8484

Florida
Pulmonary Function Laboratories
Mayo Clinic
4500 San Pablo Road
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone: 904-953-0853

Minnesota
Pulmonary Function Laboratories
Mayo Clinic
200 First St. SW
Rochester, MN 55905
Phone: 507-538-3270

Nov. 28, 2024