EN 60601-3-1:1996

Medical electrical equipment - Part 3-1: Essential performance requirements for transcutaneous oxygen and carbon dioxide partial pressure monitoring equipment EN 60601-3-1:1996

Publication date:   Mar 19, 2004

Scope

Specifies essential requirements for the performance of transcutaneous oxygen and carbon dioxide partial pressure monitoring equipment. Applies to transcutaneous monitors intended for use with adults, children and neonates, and includes the use of these devices in foetal monitoring during birth. Does not apply to haemoglobin saturation oximeters or to devices applied to surfaces of the body other than the skin such as conjunctiva or mucosa.