Pulse oximeter accuracy under the microscope: does skin color matter?
NCT ID NCT06148623
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study tested the accuracy of Philips FAST SpO2 pulse oximeters using Masimo sensors in 70 healthy adults with varying skin pigmentation. Researchers compared the device's oxygen readings to a gold-standard blood test to see if skin tone affects performance. The goal is to ensure these monitors work reliably for everyone.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Philips FAST SpO2 with Masimo Pulse Oximetry Sensors (device)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help ensure pulse oximeters work accurately for people of all skin tones, improving patient safety.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed device validation study in healthy volunteers, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to sick patients or real-world settings.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Masimo Corporation
Irvine, California, 92618, United States
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