Question reference: S6W-26793
- Date lodged: 10 April 2024
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Current status: Answered by Jenni Minto on 2 May 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether there has been an increase in the number of patients accessing appropriate diagnostic tests, such as spirometry testing, for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), since the publication of the Respiratory Care Action Plan.
Answer
The information requested is not held centrally.
We recognise the importance of having access to appropriate diagnostic tests and continue to work with all key stakeholders to determine best ways to improve this in respiratory care.