HOW IT WORKS
The FreeStyle Libre system eliminates the need for painful routine finger
pricks† offering an easy way to check glucose with a painless1 1-second
scan even through clothing.
The small, discreet sensor worn on the back of the upper arm continuously measures the glucose concentration in the body's interstitial fluid. It is worn for up to 14 days and is water-resistant so continues to work while your patients shower, swim or exercise₸. Patients can scan their sensor anytime‡, anywhere₸, even through clothing.
Patients can use the FreeStyle LibreLink app◊ to scan their sensor to read their glucose levels.
The sensor is easily attached to the back of the upper arm. It can be worn up for 14 days.
Excellent accuracy overall — even in the low glucose range when it matters most.3
Patients can check their glucose anytime‡, anywhere₸ with a simple 1-second scan even through clothing.
Dose insulin, confirm hypo or impending hypo, and be alerted when glucose is rapidly changing — all without the need for finger pricks.
The FreeStyle Libre sensor is applied on the back of the upper arm using the applicator. Most FreeStyle Libre system users have reported that applying the sensor was painless.1
With the FreeStyle LibreLink app◊ patients can scan their sensor to see their glucose readings.
Patients will be able to see their current glucose reading, 8-hours of data and a trend arrow that shows where their glucose levels are heading.
Explore how patients can connect remotely with their healthcare professional, friends and family using our family of Digital Health Solutions.
The FreeStyle LibreLink app◊ allows patients
to interpret their glucose data and help them
make more informed diabetes management
decisions.
Using LibreView,₼ our secure cloud-based
system, patients can upload their data to
share with their doctor and care team. You will
be able to access more in-depth reports to
support you in making treatment decisions for
your patients.
Patients who use the FreeStyle LibreLink app◊
can remotely share their glucose readings with
their caregivers and loved ones through the
LibreLinkUp app.§
Explore our tutorial videos to find out
how to get started, apply and replace
sensor, get glucose readings.
References & Disclaimers
Images are for illustrative purposes only. Not real patient or data.
† Finger pricks are required if your glucose readings do not match symptoms or expectations.
◊ The FreeStyle LibreLink app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of FreeStyle LibreLink requires registration with LibreView.
₸ Sensor is water resistant in up to 1 metre (3 feet) of water for a maximum of 30 minutes. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. Not to be used above 10,000 feet.
‡ 60-minute warm-up required when applying the sensor.
₼ The LibreView website is only compatible with certain operating systems and browsers. Please check www.LibreView.com for additional information.
§ The LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile device and operating systems. Please check www.LibreLinkUp.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of LibreLinkUp and FreeStyle LibreLink requires registration with LibreView. The LibreLinkUp mobile app is not intended to be a primary glucose monitor: home users must consult their primary device(s) and consult a healthcare professional before making any medical interpretation and therapy adjustments from the information provided by the app.
1. Haak, Thomas., et al. Flash glucose-sensing technology as a replacement for blood glucose monitoring for the management of insulin-treated type 2 diabetes: a multicenter, openlabel randomized controlled trial. DiabetesTherapy 8.1 (2017): 55–73.
2. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
3. Alva, Shridhara, Timothy Bailey, Ronald Brazg, Erwin S. Budiman, Kristin Castorino, Mark P. Christiansen, Gregory Forlenza, Mark Kipnes, David R. Liljenquist, and Hanqing Liu. “Accuracy of a 14-Day Factory-Calibrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring System With Advanced Algorithm in Pediatric and Adult Population With Diabetes.” Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology, (September 2020).
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