peak expiratory flow

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peak ex·pi·ra·to·ry flow

the maximum flow at the outset of forced expiration, which is reduced in proportion to the severity of airway obstruction, as in asthma.

peak expiratory flow

the greatest rate of airflow that can be achieved during forced expiration, beginning with the lungs fully inflated. Also called peak expiratory flow rate.

peak ex·pi·ra·to·ry flow

(PEF) (pēk ek-spīră-tōr-ē flō)

Maximum flow at the outset of forced expiration, which is reduced in proportion to the severity of airway obstruction, as in asthma.

peak ex·pi·ra·to·ry flow

(pēk ek-spīră-tōr-ē flō)

Maximum flow at outset of forced expiration, which is reduced in proportion to severity of airway obstruction, as in asthma.

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