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I was wondering what does it mean if i have a high oxygen saturation, but a low heart rate?

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Nothing: A low heart rate can be from illness or just being very physically fit. "high oxygen saturation" is never a problem; I am wondering how it was measured.

Answered 3/24/2014

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