New Features!
Bluetooth Sensor and Optional Alerts
The Libre 2 Bluetooth-sensing device can connect to users through a speaker or vibration to notify them if their blood sugar contains high or low levels without needing to perform a manual scan. Notifications provide users with simple options of how to check their sensor, such as using a reader to see exactly what their blood sugar numbers indicate. These alerts can be configured and customized if desired.
Approved for Children
Another exciting piece of news is that FreeStyle Libre 2 CGM system was approved for children approximately 4 years old and up by the FDA and Health Canada. With the addition of alerts, the Libre 2 can help children and adults with diabetes and their caregivers feel more confident and safe.
Integration Potential
Both the FreeStyle Libre and the Libre 2 are flash glucose monitoring products in Canada, but the Libre 2 received Integrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring (iCGM) designation from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the US, rendering it equipped to work with different insulin pump-type and glucose meter devices. The Libre 2 cannot be used in combination with insulin pumps at this time. Promisingly, at the Advanced Therapies for Diabetes conference, Abbott announced they were partnering with Insulet to work on the OmniPod Horizon insulin pump that would be compatible with the Libre 2.
Maintained Features
Both the original FreeStyle Libre and Libre 2 are designed to be scanned with a compatible reader and or text app. The original FreeStyle Libre has the FreeStyle LibreLink app and the Libre 2 has the FreeStyle Libre 2 app to scan the CGM sensor and provide blood glucose information.
NOTE: In the US, the reader is currently required for use to scan the Libre 2 sensor and view glucose readings. The FreeStyle Libre 2 app is available in Canada and under review by the US FDA.
Sensor Design
Both the Libre and the FreeStyle Libre 2 have similar sensors that are the size of two stacked quarters and can be strategically placed on the back of your arm for 14 days.
Frequency of BG Reading
Both the original FreeStyle Libre and Libre 2 measure BG every 1 min.
Sensor Memory
The New Libre Libre specific and Libre 2 FreeStyle Libre are scanned to obtain blood sugar information from the last 8 hours. Both systems exchange the blood sugar levels to be obtained, making them considered flash technology.
Warm-up Time and Calibration
Both the original FreeStyle Libre and Libre 2 have 1-hour warm-up times and neither require calibrations.
Below you will find a handy chart summarizing the differences and similarities between the FreeStyle Libre and FreeStyle Libre 2:
It can be challenging to compare and contrast new diagnostic technology with older gadgets. We hope this blog helped you learn about new Libre 2 features! You can check FreeStyle Libre Sensors on Pro Therapy Supplies website or you may also call us at 770-441-9808.
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