Increased within-test variability may bias estimates of the LCI

S. Stanojevic, R. Jensen, P. Subarrao, F. Ratjen (Toronto, Canada)

Source: Annual Congress 2013 –Assessing sleep disordered breathing and lung function in children
Session: Assessing sleep disordered breathing and lung function in children
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 4292
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases

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S. Stanojevic, R. Jensen, P. Subarrao, F. Ratjen (Toronto, Canada). Increased within-test variability may bias estimates of the LCI. Eur Respir J 2013; 42: Suppl. 57, 4292

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