Abbott Freestyle Libre Sensor 2 Glucose Monitoring Sensor
For use with the FreeStyle LibreLink app or FreeStyle Libre 2 reader. The FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor measures and stores interstitial fluid glucose levels, with optional alarms. It represents technology that is different from traditional blood glucose monitoring and makes glucose testing hassle-free. Abbott Diabetes Care Features: Small size (35 mm diameter x 5 mm height) akin to £2 coin – Discreet; the sensor can scan even through clothing. Designed to stay on the back of the upper arm for up to 14 days Requires no finger prick calibration - Eliminates finger pricks needed for calibration (Bailey Timothy., et al. The Performance and Usability of a Factory-Calibrated Flash Glucose Monitoring System. Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics. Optional alarms - high glucose, low glucose and signal loss alarm Water-resistant - Can be worn while bathing, showering, swimming, and exercising Applied by the patient - Easy-to-use applicator to apply the sensor Automatically captures readings day and night§ - With an easy scan, patients can see their glucose variations, including night-time lows The reader can capture the data from the sensor when it is within 1cm to 4cm from the sensor. The sensor is water-resistant in up to 1 meter of water. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. For a complete glycaemic picture, scan once every 8 hours. ◊ Patients choose which device they want to receive alarms: FreeStyle Libre 2 reader or FreeStyle LibreLink app. They must start their FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with that selected device. Once the patient scans their FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor with that device, they can receive alarms only on that device. FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor Pack Kit: 1 Sensor Applicator 1 Sensor Pack Alcohol Wipe.
