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Pulse Oximeter: Uses and When To Monitor at Home

A pulse oximeter measures blood oxygen levels at home and in healthcare settings. Abnormally low readings on a pulse oximeter might require medical care, especially if they are below 92%. Skin color ...
CNN

People with darker skin are 32% more likely to have pulse oximeter readings overestimate oxygen levels, report says

Scientists have long known that pulse oximeters are less accurate when used for people with dark skin tones – and now, a new report offers some insight into just how much more inaccurate these ...
The Conversation

What’s a pulse oximeter? Should I buy one to monitor COVID at home?

Stuart Marshall is a councillor (non-executive director) for the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) David A. Story is a councillor (non-executive director) for the Australian ...
WMUR

FDA panel to examine evidence that pulse oximeters may not work as well on dark skin

Scientists at the University of California, Los Angeles are developing a new approach for wearable heart-rate sensors that involves radar technology.Another group, involving Jakachira and her ...