Pulse Oximetry Panel Detail

The pulse oximetry components that are required to assess a pulse oximetry observation.
The pulse oximetry is the measurement of oxygen saturation levels with non-invasive measurement (e.g., SpO2).
The inhaled oxygen concentration is the percent of oxygen present in the air or gas mixture.
The flow rate of oxygen is how many liters of oxygen is delivered by the device per minute.
The route of delivery is the measurement method/device of oxygen delivery (e.g., nasal prongs, non-rebreather).

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Attributes

AttributeTypeMultiplicityAttribute note
Oxygen Saturation In Arterial Blood By Pulse Oximetry 0..1
The ratio of oxyhemoglobin to "active" hemoglobin (oxyhemoglobin + deoxyhemoglobin) (LOINC). Code: https://loinc.org/59408-5/ Value: Decimal
Inhaled Oxygen Concentration 0..1
The percentage of oxygen inhaled (FIO2) (LOINC). Code: https://loinc.org/3150-0/ Value: Decimal
Inhaled Oxygen Flow Rate 0..1
The rate in litres per minute of oxygen inhaled (LOINC). Code: https://loinc.org/3151-8/ Value: Decimal
Oxygen Delivery Method Code 0..1
Uniquely specifies the method of oxygen delivery. Code: https://loinc.org/107117-4/ Value: Codeable concept Value Set: To be developed.

Relationships

From class From multiplicity Relationship To class To multiplicity
Pulse Oximetry Panel Detail 0..* uses Observation Component 0..*
Vital Sign Set 1 has Pulse Oximetry Panel Detail 0..1

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How to cite:

Canadian Institute for Health Information. Pulse Oximetry Panel Detail. Accessed November 02, 2026.