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2022-03-15 17:07:51
Hi I have 2 oximeter. One shows 95% and other shows 98% in the same finger. Which one is correct. How to believe which is correct. My friends oximeter showed 92% once. I went to hospital for oxygen saturation check and i checked with the electronic screen one, and there it always comes 98. How to check which one is correct. Thanks
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Hi. I understand your concern. No need to check oxygen saturation of you do not have symptoms. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same

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Accuracy depends on your pulse Oxymeter..Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment

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It all depends upon the oxy meter,and it's charging. Pl do not worry. Any functioning, oxymeter, if shows, below, 92, it is dangerous. Pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken.

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Use correct pulse oxymeter which one is consistent with hospital reading.
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Pl consult online for further help.

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