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The Respiratory service team at Houlton Regional Hospital are highly skilled therapists that provide high quality, professional, compassionate and evidence-based care for both inpatient and outpatient populations suffering with lung and sleep related issues. This includes performing diagnostic testing, oxygen therapy, assisting with clearance of lung secretions, critical care and breathing support for patients that cannot support their own breathing.

Phone: 207 521 2249
Fax: 207 532 4772

Diagnostic services provided

• Pulmonary function testing
• Overnight in lab sleep testing
• Overnight at home sleep testing
• Overnight oximetry testing
• EKG
• Exercise oximetry testing

Pulmonary Function Testing

The purpose of pulmonary function testing is to assess how well your lungs are functioning. PFTs can help identify lung conditions by measuring how well air moves in and out of the lungs. They are used to track the progression of diseases like asthma and COPD and how well the treatments are working.

Sleep Testing

Sleep studies are offered through a partnership with Northern Light AR Gould Hospital which is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. The purpose of sleep testing is to diagnose sleep apnea, which is a common disorder that can lead to serious health issues if left untreated.

Overnight Oximetry Testing

Oximetry testing is used to measure and record your oxygen levels while you sleep. This test helps providers diagnose sleep- related breathing issues and can be used to qualify the patient for home oxygen. A small sensor is placed on your finger when you go to sleep.

Exercise Oximetry Testing

The exercise oximetry test is a noninvasive test that measures your oxygen level as you walk by placing a small probe on your finger. The test is helpful to show how well your lungs function, determine your heart rate during exercise and can help determine if oxygen therapy is needed.