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Home pulse oximeter readings

2020-08-27 12:30:52
Checked my PI% a couple of times On average, it is around 4-5% Is that reading okay? Or do I need to get something checked professionally?
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Just check spo2 if above 95% don't worry

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Pulsatality Index in short PI will give a fair idea of the blood flow in the finger.There is no normal range & generally we donot take this/infer anything from PI
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If SPO2(Oxygen saturation) < 94 you might need medical consultation/examination.

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