Skin Patch Monitors Glucose without Needles

Apr-09-18 A new glucose monitoring skin patch could take the place of finger pricks for monitoring glucose levels.

The patch, developed by a team at the University of Bath, features an array of tiny sensors that each cover a body-hair follicle. A small electric current draws the fluid from between the hair follicle cells into a small reservoir, where its glucose level can then be measured. The readings can be taken every ten to fifteen minutes, offering a continuous monitoring system.

The team hopes the inexpensive, disposable device could eventually communicate wirelessly with a smartphone or smartwatch, providing alerts when necessary.

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