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Pulse Oximeters

Pulse oximeters slip over your finger and shine a light into the body. They measure how much of the light is absorbed in order to calculate oxygen levels in the blood. Regular monitoring of oxygen levels of the blood can help detect problems such as ‘silent hypoxia’ early. This BBC article provides further information on why pulse oximeters have been recommended for use during the COVID-19 pandemic.