Essential baseline investigations commonly include: Spirometry to measure lung function and identify obstructive or restrictive patterns Chest X-ray to exclude structural abnormalities or infection Full blood count to detect anaemia, which can worsen breathlessness Thyroid function tests if clinically indicated (as hypothyroidism can contribute to breathlessness and weight gain) Electrocardiogram (ECG) and, if heart failure is suspected, measurement of natriuretic peptides (BNP or NT-proBNP) to guide the need for echocardiography Resting and exertional pulse oximetry to assess oxygen saturation Where obstructive sleep apnoea is suspectedparticularly if accompanied by loud snoring, witnessed apnoeas, or excessive daytime sleepinessreferral for overnight sleep studies (polysomnography or home-based sleep monitoring) may be warranted
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