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LifeSource Advanced Memory UB-512

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$44.00 - $55.74

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Type: Wrist monitors

About - LifeSource Advanced Memory UB-512
The LifeSource Advanced Memory UB-512 is part of the blood-pressure monitor test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blood-pressure monitor models like the Advanced Memory UB-512 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Accuracy: Accuracy is based on how the model's readings compared with those taken on a mercury sphygmomanometer used by two trained testers. Convenience: Convenience is based on pluses and minuses of the model's features (such as irregular heartbeat detection, a blood-pressure risk category indicator, and multiple user memories). Comfort: Comfort is based on opinion scores given by test subjects.

About - LifeSource Advanced Memory UB-512

The LifeSource Advanced Memory UB-512 is part of the blood-pressure monitor test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, blood-pressure monitor models like the Advanced Memory UB-512 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Accuracy:: Accuracy is based on how the model's readings compared with those taken on a mercury sphygmomanometer used by two trained testers.
Convenience:: Convenience is based on pluses and minuses of the model's features (such as irregular heartbeat detection, a blood-pressure risk category indicator, and multiple user memories).
Comfort:: Comfort is based on opinion scores given by test subjects.

Features & Specs - LifeSource Advanced Memory UB-512
Irregular heartbeat detector A symbol on the monitor that indicates that an irregular heartbeat rhythm was detected. Irregular heartbeat detector	Yes
BP risk category indicator An indicator on the monitor that flags high readings as hypertensive. BP risk category indicator	Yes
Multiple user memories A feature in which two or more individuals can store their results separately on the same monitor. Multiple user memories	Yes
Two cuffs or one that fits most Two cuff sizes (large and medium) or a one-size fits most cuff is included with the monitor. Two cuffs or one that fits most	Yes
Can download memory to PC The user is able to download readings from the monitor to a PC. Can download memory to PC	No
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SeanO

from

Blandford, MA

5.0

Happy with it!

8/21/2012

Pros

Battery Life

Has AM PM settings

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

I've had this unit for over two years now, and have had no issues with it. Brought it to my Doc's to check accuracy with theirs, and it's right on the money.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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