A pulse oximeter not only measures blood oxygen saturation level, but also heart rate, and is a useful tool to monitor for happy hypoxia.
PETALING JAYA: With the increasing number of Covid-19 cases in the country, it’s no surprise that many are investing in a pulse oximeter to monitor their body’s oxygen levels.
This medical device measures blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), ie, the percentage of oxygen contained within our red blood cells, which are the main transporter of oxygen around our body.
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