Dexcom currently
makes glucose monitoring devices which work using a sensor that sits under the patient's skin and measures glucose levels continuously to provide patients with a picture of how their glucose levels are performing.
The prototype, which Google says will take at least five years to reach consumers, is one of several medical devices being designed by companies to
make glucose monitoring for diabetic patients more convenient and less invasive than the traditional finger pricks.
Not exact matches
Fitbit enjoyed a 10 % rise in its stock price Thursday after the company announced that it's partnering with Dexcom to
make the latter firm's
glucose monitoring technology compatible with its Ionic smartwatch device.
DexCom
makes the most powerful continuous
glucose monitor system for people with Type 1 diabetes.
After 40 weeks, the midwife and doctor team will constantly and vigilantly
monitor the baby's progress,
making sure the
glucose metabolism, amniotic fluid levels, and expected birth weight are going ok.
An effective, non-invasive way of
monitoring blood
glucose could both help diabetics, as well as those at risk of developing diabetes,
make the right choices to either manage the disease well or reduce their risk of developing the condition.
A From Wags to Whiskers» pet nanny will visit your home and check /
monitor your pet's
glucose level to
make sure you are not giving too much or too little insulin, which can be fatal.
Ferrets have a high metabolic rate,
making it crucial to
monitor their blood
glucose level throughout the procedure.
Imagine what a difference this could
make for people who need to
monitor glucose or sodium levels — it could be revolutionary in the field of preventative medicine.
DexCom is already the proud manufacturer of the «only FDA - approved CGM System that lets you
make treatment decisions without pricking your finger», so it's probably safe to assume the existing discrete sensor and transmitter combo will lay the foundation for Fitbit's more mainstream - oriented
glucose monitoring project.
Glucose monitoring in addition to sleep
monitoring, oxygen levels
monitoring and activity tracking, might
make the Ionic appealing to fitness enthusiasts.