01/06/2021
*PULSE OXIMETER - Fact check*
It's been noted that lot of videos got viral through social media that *Pulse Oximeter* which shows heart rate and oxygen level of a live person also shows heart rate and oxygen level of biscuits.
This is because, during the pandemic demand for oximeter have peaked for which marketing of pulse oximeter took place without Lisence, Hallmark and MRP without getting the machine tested before reaching market.
*How to Check if your Pulse Oximeter is reliable or not?*
Check your heart rate and oxygen level first, you will be able to see the reading.
Then block your finger circulation using rubber band at the base of finger, check for heart rate and oxygen level again.
If the oximeter shows reading, it means that it's pre-recorded reading.
If it shows a deadline and no reading, your pulse oximeter is reliable.
(Check above Video)
Faulty Oximeter show wrong readings. Kindly don't completely depend on oximeter to know your oxygen level, rather compare your breathing difficulty (Physical signs and symptoms) to actually know the status of your oxygen level.
