A member asked:

I have a pulse/oximeter and its happend twice where it won't pick up my pulse what's that about? also my hands are cold early am and at night?

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Dr. Srinivas Mummadi answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

Very common: It is a common problem. Measurement depends on measuring the intensity of reflected light shone on the capillary. If the fingers are cold ( weak pulse) it is possible there is a difficulty picking the signal. Likewise poor circulation due to arterial disease, raynaud's phenomenon, nail polish are some of the other reasons why the machine won't pick up a signal. Try changing the position.

Answered 12/9/2012

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