Self-testing of glucose by patients living with diabetes mellitus (DM) involves needles, which can cause discomfort or inconvenience; these and other factors can lead to decreased willingness to perform these checks that are vital to DM management. While technology has evolved, a needle-free glucose monitoring device is currently not available. The investigators are studying a glucose sensor that adheres to the skin, similarly to a temporary tattoo. This sensor can now obtain continuous readings. As it has not yet been tested in individuals with DM, this study will examine its accuracy and acceptability in these patients. Results from this clinical trial could serve as the basis for further development of a non-invasive, wearable glucose sensor that can provide measurements of glucose levels continuously.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
DEVICE_FEASIBILITY
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
50
We will not conduct an intervention, but will obtain measurements from a continuous, non-invasive glucose sensor, and compare with those from a glucometer.
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, California, United States
RECRUITINGInterstitial fluid glucose readings
Needle-less measurements with an epidermal sensor - pls note, study is to assess how sensor readings compare with those from a glucometer
Time frame: Hourly, up to 8 hours
Acceptablility of sensor
Will survey pts
Time frame: At end of study testing sessions, at 8 hours
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