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If spo2 on a pulse oximeter goes from mid to high 90s to under 93 when arm is raised (or level), is this a cause for concern? heart / circulation related, or just how a pulseox device works?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Symptoms: A pulse oximetry reading with no symptoms above 92% is considered safe. Movement of your arm can cause a misreading.

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/29/2019

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A member asked:

If spo2 on a pulse oximeter goes from mid to high 90s to under 93 when arm is raised (or level), is this a cause for concern? heart / circulation related, or just how a pulseox device works?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Dr Hickerson and another doctor agreed

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