Tiny Over-The-Counter Pulse Oximeters May Save Lives During COVID-19 Pandemic

SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) – When it comes to COVID-19, a tiny over-the-counter device may potentially save your life. The new go-to gadget is called the pulse oximeter. Some health experts believe during this pandemic you should have one by your side.

That’s why the pulse oximeter may help. Clip it on your finger and it measures the oxygen in your blood. 

“You know normally we are 94 to 100 percent on these devices pulse oximeters that measure how much oxygen we have in our blood and people were showing up with oxygen levels of 50 percent,” said Levitan.