Pulse oximetry is a quick test that measures the amount of oxygen in your blood. It shows whether your heart and lungs supply enough to meet your body's needs. Learn more:
and oxygen saturation level -- the percentage of your red blood cells carrying oxygen. It also measures your heart rate.
Your nurse will take the clip off if it’s just a one-time check. During surgery or a sleep study, it may stay in place to track your blood oxygen. You should be able to go home after pulse oximetry, unless you need to stay in the hospital for a procedure or more monitoring. Your doctor will let you know what happens next and what to do after the test.The test results might not be correct if your fingers are dirty, your nails are too long, or if your nails are covered in dark polish. The nurse may ask you toAsk your nurse if you have any questions or concerns.
Your doctor usually bills pulse oximetry as part of surgery or other tests they do. You can buy home pulse oximeters online or at a drugstore. They cost between $15 and $80, but somePulse oximetry is a safe test. There are no real risks. Sometimes the sticky material on the probe might irritate your skin. If your nurse doesn’t put the sensor on the right way, you may not get an accurate result.
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