Validation of a Non-invasive Hemoglobin Measurement Device in Pregnancy and Postpartum in Kenya, Pakistan, and Zambia

Accurate, precise, and comparable hemoglobin measurements is of great importance, both for clinical value in diagnosing anemia and ensuring pregnant women receive appropriate treatment. The Masimo Total Hemoglobin SpHb® is a continuous and non-invasive handheld device with an optical sensor placed on the finger that measures hemoglobin levels using pulse oximetry. The objective of this study is evaluate the compatibility of hemoglobin measurements between SpHb and the gold standard laboratory-based assessment (complete blood count assessed via five-part autoanalyzer) throughout the course of pregnancy and at six weeks postpartum.