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What is O2 desaturation?

April 26, 2017desaturation O2

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What is O2 desaturation?

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This stands for oxygen desaturation. During the sleep study, your pulse oximeter measures the blood oxygen levels. The normal blood oxygen saturation is 98%-100%. When the blood oxygen saturation falls below 90% during sleep, it is considered abnormal and qualifies for a diagnosis of sleep apnea. In patients with severe sleep apnea, the oxygen saturation may fall below 60% during apneic episodes.