Syllabus · Current · V5 (2025) · Respiratory System
C7 · Gas Transport and Diffusion
C7.v · Diffusing Capacity
Define diffusing capacity and explain its measurement.
Written examination
SAQ history
Oxygen Diffusion
1 exam appearance
List the physiological factors affecting the diffusion of oxygen across the alveolar membrane (70% of marks). Describe how this changes with exercise (30% of marks).
50%
Oral examination
VIVA history
No mapped VIVA history for this objective.
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