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If you’re a newbie to using a pulse oximeter device, then you’ve come to the right place. In this blog, we’ll discuss how to use your pulse oximeter properly to better manage your health. Keep reading to learn how to use your pulse oximeter properly.  What Does My Pulse Oximeter Do?  Before we jump into explaining how to use the device, we will briefly discuss how the pulse oximeter works and what exactly it measures. A pulse oximeter is a device that you clip onto your finger that will measure the oxygen level (oxygen saturation) of the blood. The pulse oximeter uses an infrared light source and sensor to interpret the color of the blood via the amount of light absorbed. This produces a number which is the percentage of oxygen in the blood compared to the maximum account that can be carried.  What Is Considered a Normal Oxygen Saturation Level?  A normal oxygen saturation level falls in the range of 95% to 100%. If your percentage falls