Commissioning standards for spirometry

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These standards set out best practice in commissioning spirometry services to support systems to deliver equitable access to quality assured spirometry testing for their population across all ages.

Additional resources are also available to support commissioning of spirometry:

  • Spirometry data capture template
  • Spirometry e-learning modules

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Commissioning standards for spirometry

Commissioning standards for spirometry

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Accessible version published 24 September 2024.

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Annex B: spirometry data capture template

Annex B: spirometry data capture template

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An excel template for GP practices, to ensure consistent recording of spirometry results and related information, supporting best practice and quality assurance in respiratory diagnostics.

Published 18 February 2026.

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Annex C: Spirometry e-learning modules

Annex C: Spirometry e-learning modules

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Developed in partnership with the Association of Respiratory Technologists and Physiologists, the Performing and Interpreting Spirometry Programme consists of 6 e-learning sessions that enhance understanding of how spirometry is conducted and how results should be interpreted.