Freestyle libre 2 system.
Freestyle libre sensor review.
The dexcom g6 is similar to the freestyle libre in that it continuously monitors blood sugar from a small sensor inserted in the skin but you don t have to scan to get a glucose level reading.
The freestyle libre 14 day sensor is part of a continuous glucose monitoring system.
To gain a glucose reading you simply perform a quick 1 second scan of the reader over the sensor.
The sensor is applied to the skin with a handheld applicator and then lasts for 14 days.
The freestyle libre has been said to have comparable accuracy when compared to the g4 platinum sensor of the dexcom system.
Freestyle libre sensor electronic.
How does the freestyle libre sensor work.
Freestyle libre uses elements like cgm monitoring such as a sensor values taken every few minutes trend arrows and data as well as downloadable information.
Applying the freestyle libre sensor.
Please note that in the usa the freestyle libre sensor has the option of a 10 day sensor and now a 14 day sensor.
Getting started with the freestyle libre is very straightforward.
The libre sensor figures out your blood sugar all on its own.
The freestyle libre comprises a monitor that sticks to your upper rear arm and stays there for two weeks as well as a unit to take the measurement or just use your phone s contactless to scan.
The sensor and the reader have nfc and bluetooth.
Differences from traditional cgm s.
The sensor applicator and the sensor pack need to be pushed together.
How the freestyle libre works.
The sensor is a round disc 5mm high and 35mm diameter making it roughly the size of a 2 coin.
Since i hadn t any problems with the accuracy with the freestyle libre 1 i can neither confirm nor disprove this.
First the sensor needs to be applied.
It is identical to the libre 1 but according to abbott the freestyle libre 2 is more accurate than the freestyle libre 1.
There is also an add on called miaomiao which attaches to the sensor and feeds data directly to your phone live making it a constant glucose monitor cgm.
But the technology insight is different.
The freestyle libre works by having a small round sensor applied to your arm.
Review all product information before use or contact abbott toll free 855 632 8658 or visit www freestylelibre us for detailed indications for use and safety information.