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2021-05-04 11:15:08
Hi, my Oxymeter Spo2 fluctuate from 94 to 97 when i test. Is there any issue with my oxymeter or it's common?
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   because it can be influenced by factors such as dirty fingers, bright lights, nail polish, and poor circulation to the extremities.

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Do a 6 minute walk test , check before walk test and then check after walk test, compare the two readings , there is not ne mote than 20 units difference between the two readings

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There may be some inherent flaw in the oximeter. You may compare your saturation with others to certain sir. But do not worry, electronic devices are not very precise. As long as your Spo2 hovers around 96-97% for most part, it's fine. Please feel free to contact me for any further queries Take care. Stay safe

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Yes. Kindly change your pulsoximeter.

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