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In [[biology]], '''diffusion capacity''' is a measurement of the [[lung]]'s ability to absorb and excrete gases, notably, [[oxygen]] and [[carbon dioxide]]. It is part of a comprehensive test series of lung function called [[pulmonary function testing]].

==External links==

* {{MeshName|Pulmonary+diffusing+capacity}}

[[Category:Pulmonology]]

[[Category:Physiology]]

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{{Respiratory physiology}}