Table 1. Diagnostic tests for EIB in elite athletes.
Test | Criteria (FEV1) |
Bronchodilation test | ↑ FEV1 > 12% and 200 ml |
Eucapnic voluntary hyperventilation | ↓ FEV1 > 10% |
Exercise test | ↓ FEV1 > 10% |
Methacholine test | ↓ FEV1 > 20% |
Hyperosmolar test (saline, mannitol) | ↓ FEV1 > 15% |