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Pulmonary function tests: Six-minute walk test according to Guyatt

Your physical capacity has been examined.

During the test, you have to walk as quickly and as far as you can on a flat surface for 6 minutes. Your physical capacity is assessed based on the distance covered. The person’s blood pressure, pulse, or particular values in the blood, are often measured during the test.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).