Table 2– FEV1, FVC and FEV1/FVC ratio as a function of Hk
k
FVCFEV1FEV1/FVC
Males2.41352.2196−0.1595
Females2.26332.1211−0.1078

  • FEV1: forced expiratory volume in 1 s; FVC: forced vital capacity; H: height; k: exponent according to the Global Lung Function Initiative [17].