Patients with mild to moderate COVID-19 cases who require external oxygen support can use an oxygen concentrator. Medical experts suggest that the concentrator can be used if the oxygen saturation level is between 90-94, or those with oxygen levels even as low as 85, in case of scarcity. How does a concentrator work? It sucks in atmospheric air, filter nitrogen and other gases, compresses remaining oxygen and dispenses it through the cannula. For oxygen concentrators available for home-based care, there are some parameters that need to be checked to ensure good oxygen quality output, advised Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Take a look: What are the minimum parameters that must be verified before using Oxygen Concentrator for home-based #COVID19 care? Take a look! #IndiaFightsCorona @PMOIndia @MoHFW_INDIA @drharshvardhan @PIB_India @MIB_India pic.twitter.com/gmFgYuBN3n — MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) May 19, 2021 *Must provide a continuous flow of concentrated oxygen (less than 90 per cent) from room air through one oxygen outlet *Minimum continuous flow of up to five litres per minute *Contains oxygen monitor to verify concentration *Digital or analogue meter that displays cumulative hours of device operation *Oxygen concentrators of less than five litres per minute capacity may not be sold under the misleading label ‘For Home-Based COVID Care’. For more lifestyle news, follow us: Twitter: lifestyle_ie | Facebook: IE Lifestyle | Instagram: ie_lifestyle
