78 devices · GMDN 46201
A pulse co-oximeter is a handheld, battery-operated device that measures blood oxygen levels and other hemoglobin-related metrics by shining light through a fingertip or earlobe. Clinically, it helps detect oxygen deficiencies (hypoxia), carbon monoxide poisoning, and other blood-related conditions by analyzing parameters like carboxyhemoglobin (SpCO), oxygen saturation (SpO₂), and hemoglobin concentration (SpHb).
These devices are typically regulated as medical instruments, often classified based on their intended use and risk level. They may be supplied as single-use or reusable, depending on the manufacturer’s design and local regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards.
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