U-M study finds Pulse Ox devices less accurate in patients with darker skin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1s_okROPKIc If you or a loved one has had a case of COVID, you may be familiar with the Pulse Ox device to check how much oxygen you have in your blood. It’s often the first clue that a COVID patient will need more advanced medical care, but research from the University of Michigan finds these devices are not as reliable for every patient.

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