New finger clip device tested for measuring dangerous low oxygen levels
NCT ID NCT05807464
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study tested how accurately a new pulse oximeter (a device that clips onto a finger to measure blood oxygen) works in healthy volunteers whose oxygen levels were temporarily lowered in a controlled setting. Researchers compared the device's readings to actual blood samples. The goal was to see if the device can reliably detect very low oxygen levels, which could help doctors monitor patients with breathing problems.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Pulse Oximeter (OLV-4202)
What this could lead to
If accurate, this device could help doctors reliably monitor blood oxygen without needles, even in very low oxygen conditions.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early study in 12 healthy volunteers under controlled conditions, not in real patients. Results may not apply to everyday hospital use.
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Locations
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UCSF Hypoxia Research Laboratory
San Francisco, California, 94133, United States