Microsoft Fights AIDS Using Spam Filters?

Man the number of posts from me is crazy. I have to work on this, but oh well, this should be even more interesting. It seems like Microsoft is trying to help in the fight against AIDS. Yes Microsoft. I’ll let this excert explain.

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March 1, 2005 | Filed Under Tech/Gadgets | Comments Off

CO Pulse Oximeter

Remember in physiology they told us about the potential for wrong saturation readings from a pulse oximeter when dealing with patients with CO poisoning? This new product looks to be revolutionary. Okay, that is a big word, but it should help give us better readings.

From the press release:

Masimo Rainbow SET employs revolutionary sensor, hardware and software designs that are able to collect more information noninvasively than previously believed possible. With the introduction of Masimo SET(R) (Signal Extraction Technology) in 1996, Masimo solved the problem clinicians faced with inaccuracy and false alarms associated with pulse oximetry due to patient motion, low perfusion and other challenging conditions. Now, with Masimo Rainbow SET, Masimo ushers a new era where carbon monoxide and potentially other vital parameters can be safely and accurately monitored continuously and noninvasively.

In addition to Rainbow SET’s current ability to noninvasively monitor the level of carbon monoxide in the blood, Masimo’s engineering team is utilizing the additional data delivered by the Rainbow technology platform and sensors to qualify and document an array of new potential measurements and applications. The Masimo Rainbow SET platform has been developed with the intent to deliver accurate monitoring of parameters like methemoglobin (SpMet(TM)), and fractional arterial oxygen saturation (SpaO2(TM)), all measured noninvasively.