pulmonary function technologist

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pul·mo·nar·y func·tion tech·no·lo·gist

(pul'mŏ-nār-ē fŭngk'shŭn tek-nol'ŏ-jist)
Person trained to perform pulmonary function tests for the diagnostic assessment and monitoring of cardiopulmonary disorders.
Synonym(s): pulmonary function technician.
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