Long COVID-Decreased DLCO

Decreased DLCO (HP:0045051)



Reduced ability of the lungs to transfer gas from inspired air to the bloodstream as measured by the diffusing capacity of the lungs for carbon monoxide (DLCO) test.

Synonyms: Decreased diffusing capacity

Comment:    DLCO is decreased in any condition which affects the effective alveolar surface are

Pubmed References: PMID:32310609

Cross References: UMLS:C4073175

No hub genes predicted