Cardiopulmonary Stress Test (CPET)

Cardiopulmonary Stress Test (CPET)

A CPET is a stress test that includes the addition of pulmonary measurements. This is achieved by wearing a mouthpiece that collects breath-by-breath measurements of inhaled oxygen and exhaled carbon dioxide. A baseline pulmonary capacity test is performed on every athlete prior to starting exercise. Analyzing both cardiac and pulmonary function allows us to determine the source of any problems. We can also use this test to determine anaerobic threshold and maximal oxygen consumption for athletes looking to enhance performance.

The test typically takes about 60 minutes and can be done on a treadmill or bike. Please follow the same instructions as the exercise tolerance test.