Fluid sensor and method of using same

A method for determining at least one parameter of a fluid in a wellbore, the method comprising:

• providing a fluid sensor comprising:
• a base positionable in the wellbore, the base comprising insulation;
• a base electrode operatively positionable in the insulation;
• and
• a raised electrode having at least one base portion and at least one raised portion, the at least one base portion operatively positionable in the insulation, the at least one raised portion positionable a distance above the base electrode such that a space is defined therebetween for the passage of the wellbore fluid therethrough;
• positioning a downhole tool into the wellbore with the fluid sensor thereon;
• receiving a downhole fluid between the base and raised electrodes;
• applying a voltage across the pair of electrodes to generate a current therebetween;
• and
• determining the at least one fluid parameter from the generated current.