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Clinical tests and symptoms performed for the diagnosis of asthma/CVA
| Acute | Subacute | Chronic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chest X-ray test | 57.1% | 95.8% | 100.0% |
| White blood cell count | 42.8% | 58.3% | 91.7% |
| IgE | 14.3% | 25.0% | 72.4% |
| Sputum eosinophil | 42.8% | 37.5% | 51.7% |
| Spirometry | 57.1% | 70.8% | 79.3% |
| Typical symptoms of asthma (wheezing, chest oppression) | 85.7% | 54.2% | 82.8% |
