FAQ answer
How often should apnea monitor be calibrated?
Apnea Monitor frequency depends on manufacturer recommendations, equipment risk, usage, operating environment, past results, repair history and hospital policy. Annual review is common in many hospitals, but the authorised customer team should approve the interval.
This answer is written for hospitals, biomedical engineers, quality teams and procurement teams comparing calibration, testing, validation, electrical safety and audit documentation requirements. Final decisions should follow equipment risk, manufacturer guidance, customer policy and the current approved NABL scope where accreditation is requested.