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A pulse oximeter measures the blood's oxygen levels. Usually attached to a person's finger, it measures the amount of hemoglobin saturated by oxygen. It uses two wavelengths of lights which are used to make the calculation based on how much of the wavelength is absorbed by the hemoglobin.

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Which is better, a finger pulse oximeter or a handheld pulse oximeter?

I would say the Pulse Oximeter is the better than the Handheld Pulse oximeter becasue Pulse Oximeter - Turner Medical specializes in providing our customers with high-quality, low-cost pulse oximeter from the most trusted manufacturers. Also the Pulse oximeter coast you abound $90 while the handheld pulse oximeter will coast you aroung $289


What is the cost for a Nonin Pulse Oximeter?

The price of Nonin Pulse Oximeter vary depending on which one you'll get. They range from normal Pulse Oximeter, to handheld Oximeter. The prices ranges from $69-$500.


What is a pulse oximeter or what does it measure?

An oximeter is a device to measure the oxygen saturation level in blood. I believe that a "pulse" oximeter has a sensor to measure pulse as well, though it wouldn't surprise me if some devices not having such a sensor but otherwise looking and working like a pulse oximeter were casually called that too.


Can you get a pulse oximeter on Overstock.com?

You can purchase a pulse oximeter on Overstock.com. They offer many different options at different price points.


Can you measure a pulse rate with a pulse oximeter?

Most modern oximeters have a built in pulse reader. Your finger is placed in the oximeter, also measuring your pulse along with the % of O2 in your blood.


Can pulse oximeter measure wrist pulse like vatha pitha kapa?

no


What does the pulse oximeter tell the physician about the patient?

your oxygen level and pulse rate


How do you use a pulse oximeter?

To use a pulse oximeter, place the device on your fingertip, toe, or earlobe. It will measure your oxygen saturation level and heart rate by emitting light through your skin. Make sure the area is clean and still to get an accurate reading.


What is the name of the machine used to check your oxygen level?

A pulse oximeter provides non-invasive testing of oxygen saturation levels in the blood.


What is a Nonin oximeter used for?

Oximeter is usually used to monitor patient's pulse, Nonin Medical was the first company in the world to present and produce the bluetooth oximeter which is attached to a patient's finger and then his pulse can be monitored wireless from distance.


Why cerebral oximeter normal value is much less than pulse oximeter?

cerebral oxygen saturation are weighted venous samples (70% venous, 30% arterial) Pulse oximeter values are based on arterial oxygen saturations.


What stores sell pulse oximeters?

We got our Pulse Oximeter from Devon Superstore and it is working fine