oximeter

/ɒkˈsɪmɪtə/ · noun

Meaning

A device that measures the quantity of oxygen in something, particularly air in the atmosphere.
(specifically) A device that measures the oxygen saturation of arterial blood.

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Related words

pulse(English)oximetre(English)oxymeter(English)pulse oximeter(English)oximetry(English)ozonometer(English)hemoximeter(English)ozonometry(English)saturation(English)poisoning(English)oxygen(English)sensor(English)

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