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Pulse oximeters may misread oxygen levels in people of color. The FDA wants to change that

By MATTHEW PERRONE, Associated Press Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Makers of medical devices that quickly measure oxygen levels in the blood would have to gather extra data to show that their products work for patients of color, under a new federal proposal released Monday. The Food and Drug Administration’s recommendations apply to pulse oximeters, which are clip-on devices used in hospitals and medical clinics to ensure patients are getting enough oxygen.

 

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