FVC (Forced Vital Capacity): Age Trend
Median FVC peaks in the 20s at 5.43 L in men and 3.79 L in women, then declines to 3.26 L and 2.16 L by age 80.
Data source: Quanjer et al. (GLI-2012) About this study
FVC (Forced Vital Capacity) Respiratory Trend
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FVC (Forced Vital Capacity) Median Values
| Age | Male (L) | Female (L) |
|---|---|---|
| 5-9 | 1.53 | 1.42 |
| 10-14 | 2.88 | 2.86 |
| 15-19 | 5.11 | 3.73 |
| 20-29 | 5.43 | 3.79 |
| 30-39 | 5.22 | 3.73 |
| 40-49 | 4.98 | 3.54 |
| 50-59 | 4.61 | 3.25 |
| 60-69 | 4.13 | 2.88 |
| 70-79 | 3.65 | 2.51 |
| 80+ | 3.26 | 2.16 |