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Today it has been revealed that a simple test with a pulse oximeter can help detect congenital birth defects in newborn babies.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-14401119
Current methods to detect heart defects are based on ultrasound scans but this method is not reliable and many defects are not detected. If the baby is then allowed home, a serious problem can develop as the baby grows which can sometimes be fatal....

5. Tips on using a pulse oximeter
Finger probe use:
Ensure the nails are not varnished as this will affect the light transmission through the finger.

4. Pulse Oximeters - Which model should I choose?
Here a few pointers to help choose a model:
A. Are you needing it for sleep study?

3. Pulse Oximeters - how accurate are they?
The models we supply have been shown to be very accurate. Obviously it is important that they are used correctly - please see the rest of our article for tips on how best to use one.
We get many reports from our customers that the equipment we supply is as accurate as the hospital equipment they have been tested on....