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Bloodless Glucometer

Posted on 07. May, 2007 by Jillian in Education, GSD Resources, Glycogen Storage Disease, Glycogen Storage Disease Type 1A, hypoglycemia, research

CNN just wrote an article on a new device that can test blood sugar without pricking the finger! Apparently the device penetrates the skin with near-infared rays eliminating the need for an actual drop of blood. Of the five clinical studies already performed, the new device has tested 85% accurate, whereas a glucometer has an accuracy rate of 80-85%. Here’s the best part, should be available within the next year! They also hope to use this same technology to develop a device to test lactates, cholesterol, etc. What wonderful news! Visit http://www.cnn.com/2007/HEALTH/conditions/05/07/diabetes.sugar.reut/index.html for the full article.