I want to know the minimum oxygen level in the body that can lead to death. What is the lowest oxygen saturation point that can be fatal?
7 answers
Valentino
Fri Nov 22 2024
The clinically acceptable level of SpO2, or blood oxygen saturation, is established according to norms of clinical practice.
RiderWhisper
Fri Nov 22 2024
For individuals of any age, a SpO2 level of 92 percent is generally regarded as the lowest acceptable level.
Sofia
Thu Nov 21 2024
This standard applies to most healthy individuals and those without underlying respiratory conditions.
ZenFlow
Thu Nov 21 2024
It is important to note that hypoxemia, or low blood oxygen saturation, can be life-threatening.
CryptoBaroness
Thu Nov 21 2024
However, in cases of chronic lung disease, the acceptable threshold for SpO2 is lower.