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How does anemia affect pulse ox reading? what is considered to be the normal range for someone who is anemic?
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No effect: Anemia has no effect on oxygen saturation, i.e. pulse oximeter readings. Brething room air at sea level, normal is about 95% or higher.
Answered 3/16/2020
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