Why does oximeter not work on under 18?

Why does it say you cannot set up the blood oxygen reader on the new Apple watch Ultra for children under 18? I want to use the oximeter app for both medical reasons and also because I do a lot of sports every day. Since I am under 18, I am not allowed to use this.

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Posted on Jan 4, 2023 11:23 PM

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Posted on Jan 5, 2023 12:30 AM

It has not been certified as accurate for under 18's and also Apple insist that "Apple Watch should not be considered a medical device"

If you have clinical needs then you should take medical advice and be provided with an appropriate certified device such as a finger Oximeter.


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Jan 5, 2023 12:30 AM in response to w_so_

It has not been certified as accurate for under 18's and also Apple insist that "Apple Watch should not be considered a medical device"

If you have clinical needs then you should take medical advice and be provided with an appropriate certified device such as a finger Oximeter.


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