Abbott Freestyle Libre 3 Review - A Discrete CGM For Diabetics
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- Abbott Laboratories newest continuous glucose monitor is now available at participating retail pharmacies and through durable medical equipment suppliers. The Freestyle Libre 3 was approved by the FDA in June and is a step up from previous Abbott systems.
Abbott Laboratories and Dexcom are the leaders in the CGM market, which hit $5.1 billion in revenue in 2021 and is expected to reach $13.2 billion by 2028, according to Vantage Market Research. Abbott’s CGM systems, called FreeStyle Libre, generated $3.7 billion in revenue last year, with 4 million users globally.
CNBC's Erin Black, a type 1 diabetic, tested out the Libre 3 for over a month. Here is her review.
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Abbott Freestyle Libre 3 Review - A Discrete CGM For Diabetics
I worked at Abbott Diabetes for 10 years and was in the CGM group. We did the first two CGM products (Navigator 1 and 2) but during the development of Navigator 2 the team came up with the Flash CGM idea. The intent was to make the product affordable. Once the Bluetooth Low energy came out (2011/2012) the ability to send glucose data to a smart phone was opened up. It's amazing to see how much this technology has helped the diabetic patients. I
Do libre 2 and 3 use bluetooth or NFC?
@AussieDog.How can I get it if I live in Asia?
@@WanidainBelgium Check the Abbott Diabetes Care website to see if it has passed regulatory approval in your country. If the information is not there check the website of your regulatory agency.
@@aussiedog5221 thank you very much.
what is the difference between navigator 1,2 and 3
Since I use an insulin pump, Dexcom is the only way to go. It works perfectly with my Tandem pump. When my blood sugar goes down, Dexcom sends the info to the pump, which stops dispensing insulin. When my blood sugar goes up, the pump responds by dispensing more insulin. It is (very roughly) like the holy grail for type 1 diabetics - a closed loop system. I have been diabetic for 58 years, and I have never felt better.
Honestly I love seeing the improvements. I just wish they would have existed when my dad was around his blood sugar dropping when I was with him was always terrifying to sit through.
Very well put. Wish more of these comments were so well thought out.
But problem is you don't know how many units you need every time.its not good it all
@@user-tk1gg5el5g"its not good at all"
Um...you don't seem to understand. The Tandem uses a computer algorithm to determine how much is needed based on what YOU the patient tells the pump is your correction ratio and what is your carb ratio.
You are right--it's not good at all. It is GREAT.
I have lived with diabetes for 58 years. There is no better system out there today. A couple years from now, who knows--maybe there will be a better system available. Big pharma are working on solutions so that they may make more money from the diabetic patients.
I was so afraid to get on one for the longest time (didn’t want any identifying marks of being diabetic) but the dexcom/tandem duo is unmatched
I don't have diabetes, but this was still informative and interesting to watch. Great job!
Radiation is not a good thing though
@@rosiekrupp Relevancy?
@slesperado Why not? Its cool to have Diabetes. At least you have people who show pity for you. :)
I’ve had T1D for 25 years too and I love my Libre 2. Gotta try Libre 3.
The guy who made this works in my department. It's cool to know he was right down the hall from where I take classes.
Ask him to work on getting the accuracy improved. Most often my sensors are 20-60 points off from a stick reading. Thanks.
@@brentolsen8263 I’ve never met him, but if I do I’ll pass on the message.
Thank you for sharing. I was prescribed the Freestyle Libre 3.
I just got it a few days ago and it is a game changer, dream come true
Libre2 is faulty and variances are wide range from 20-60. Always alarmed and fingerstick was normal. Will not use anymore sensors. Sensors also have been defective.
Yeah, I started wearing the Libre 3 sensor six days ago and yeah, it is discrete and easy to use. Though I don't have Diabetes, I find the Glucose monitor extremely helpful. The Bluetooth connectivity has been fantastic and I am very lucky to not have to tap my phone to my arm throughout the day. The small size is wonderful for sleeping, daily life, showering, and workout out. Yeah, the graphs changes you recommended were spot on and Libre still needs to make app changes as of 03/04/2024.
How many days does the sensor last?
Hello Peter! I'm a grad student working on Biowearables/CGM. I am looking to interview a few people to know about their experience with these products. Could you please help me? Your feedback is invaluable for my research. Thank you
@@user-vr8xd1sb2c 14 days
Thank you for this review
What happens after the 14 days? Must one make another purchase?
Thank you for the information.
Did I hear this correctly that it is going to be by prescription only? This is a very bad idea for people who do not have insurance coverage. Not only are the prices higher for the sensor on a prescription but now I would have to pay the prescription fee too. In Canada, this is a $20.00 difference from if I just buy the sensor over the counter. This could discourage some that can not affors this extra cost every two weeks.
In the US they're around $45 every 14 days with insurance coverage. Most plans don't pay fully for them at all. It's far too high and any just cannot afford that extra amount out of pocket. They pharmacy told us it was $75 every 14 days without insurance.
I'm super excited to see the review on the new "iwatch". Didn't even know they announced anything.
Hahaha dude... That's the only thing I got from this video! 😂
JUST FYI. I was told by a Abbott customer Rep that it HAS to be in the back of the arm, not in the side of the arm. If it defaults or is defective and the sensor is in the middle of the arm, it wont be replaced.
I was told this also.
Very helpful information. Thank you,
Thanks for the useful vid for diabetics!!❤
Hve been using this in India already for last 6 months - thanks to health fitness tech startups for their health apps 😎
Hi Lucky, which app are you using to monitor?
Sir I want your contact number to seek some help, to learn it's useful information and pricing in India.
Hi please share links to buy
So does the Libre 3 come with a sensor? I can’t find out anywhere. I don’t want to have to be online to use a cgm
You showed some more flexible/advanced graphs and reporting in your video. I assume that was on your computer? How do you access that?
So what I would like to know is what is more accurate, freestyle libre 3 or present dexcom?
One key point that shoulda been in it to educate non chm users - its not actually comparing blood glucose so the numbers don’t need to “match” …. I love mine even with its faults.
I have type 2 diabetes it’s very hard for me to get rid of I have been using Libre2 and it’s a life saver compared pricking my finger everytime
Please watch Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Robert Lustig. You can reverse your condition through diet.
Exercise that provides sweating is needed. Just as athletes who are very fit, sweat a lot.
I never saw the issue with the finger sticks....a little inconvenient but so is having a tacky white sensor on your arm in a dress with an alarm that can't be silenced and interrupts business meetings.
@@MJ-gj6mj you can opt to turn off the alarms but the benefit of having one is being able to scan as many times as you want to make sure your in the green and iv been in red danger zone a few times so it was a life saver
The Libre 2 is very specific on where it is to be applied 'underside of arm '. Either the application is different for the 3, or the person featured installed it incorrectly.
I have a libre 2 and I was thinking the same thing.
and in times of rapid change there is a lag in readings...that's a known thing
Hopefully it will work better than the 2 it’s horrible always off by 10-15. Then the sensor can only go on the arm .. bummer I was so over that for my mom. Dexcom is AMAZING
@@elic.2443 there is always a lag in readings because the CGM reads interstitial fluid, not the blood directly. But because they send a reading every 5 minutes you see a graph showing the direction your sugar is going, so unless you forget to eat, its really not a thing. People come up with all sorts of objections to them because they fear the insertion or whatever.
@@benjaminhambright exactly! The fluid in the skin lags behind the readings in the blood. But they will end up in the same place eventually. I'm excited to pick up my libre 3 today. Changing over from the 2. Which I've used for only a month now
I have the Libre 3 and it cost me $40 a Sensor and I work for the government And have great Federal Insurance. Bottom line I do like it, because no more 7 times a day checking.
So it costs $40 every 14 days you're saying? That's too high for many people unfortunately.
@@MJ-gj6mjthats if the product lasts 14 days. It will most likely fail before due to manufacturing issues.
Wrong termination state, design flaws etc. huge company and theyre a joke
I've had a few Libre 3 sensors that were often off by 40 points. And it's never right on when first applied.
My first day knowing I'm a diabetic. My doctor gave me Libre 3 to try it. She even helped me implant it. However, when I got home and started the set up, my phone was not compatible with the app. I have been wanting to upgrade phones anyway, but my question is, which phone do you recommend?
I highly recommend iPhone 12 pro max or higher (13-14). I just started using it and it work good.
It's sickening the amount of profit these companies make from people's illnesses.
I used to use the libre and libre 2, they almost were never accurate and gave me a lot of stress
It is true, currently a French company is working on the manufacture of a watch that will be able to take blood glucose measurements in real time, its cost is estimated at €200. And I thought wow finally a device that doesn't need a constant spending of money. however you need a chip which costs $100 and needs to be replaced monthly!
Especially because Type IIs can reverse their condition with diet and no longer be diabetes customers.
Finally, an honest comment! It is sickening they are filthy rich on people's ailments that struggle to afford just one of these devices.
They don't work in cure
The Libre is now compatible with the tandem insulin pump
Don't forget there is a considerable amount of signal loss due to not scanning unless the phone is just a few feet away from you all the time. Also wear the sensor on your inner arm not the outside as you will not then suffer from compression issues when asleep or knock it on a door frame.
A friend of mine was on the Libre 1 for 18 months and she said it was amazing...unfortunately the price is the stumbling block with regards this brilliant product. Elon Musk should have invested in this before investing in Twitter. The World would have praised him.
They only invest in wars, unfortunately.
I used the Freestyle Libre 14 day. I used 4 out of 6 boxes prescribed to me and paid by BlueCross. I had high hopes after listening to these promotion videos. My experience is that it was very inaccurate and worthless. They were on the average 30 to 50 points off all of the time. Now I hear others saying the same. What a rip off they are. You know that 4 grams of carbs = 1 teaspoon of sugar. Do the math and save your money. I hope in the future they get better. Good luck.
I am using 3 for 2 weeks
I had to replaced 3 sensors in 2 weeks
They just fall off. And when they are on the arm or the bottom of the arm it doesn’t give the read when I need it.
I like 2 better . Not very accurate but it at least have some idea .!
@@afshanvastani4944also they probably ended up faulting earlier than expected. Massive failure in the setup of these products. Abbott are a joke mate.
You should see how much they hide when they get audited by the fda and such. Its hilarious
I noticed that there is a different reading from my finger ( old fashioned way) and from the app. My glucose reading is much higher when I check it from my finger.
Why not show libre2 sensor to compare and increase to 28 days as an option!
How to run the FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor in Poland, Where to find the software?
Tsvm, i really appreciate your info❤
Next question is how long will it take Medicare to approve payment for them. It took nearly a year for the Libre 1 and 2..
Still not covered here....for Medicare and Mdeicaid patients. Two populations that could absolutely use the technology.
Using Advantage plans of Supplemental plan thru an insurance company?
I wish this device was available in Algeria. My husband suffers from diabetes and insulin indiscipline. It affected him greatly
I have used the freestyle libre 2 System, I will never rely on these things. They don't give accurate readings. They fall off easy too, not a good match at all for busy, sweaty patients either. Further more you'll also have to invest in buying an additional product in order to keep them from falling off. Which in my opinion should be provided already in the kit for installation of the sensor. I also recently went to my doctor for my current A1C and it was way worse after trusting these sensors and system made by freestyle libre 2. Also if you want to use your cell phone vs the sensor scanner, the app is only for apple phone users, not compatible with Android phones. I called the company and they do offer replacement of the malfunctioning of their sensors, but I can't trust them anyhow, as it had brought my health and A1C to a level that's higher than it was, while I was using my regular finger stick. The slightest shifting of the season affects the function of their sensors. Inaccurate reading lead me to believe I was having low glucose readings. I addition if you don't recognize your symptoms keep your regular finger stick to double check the inaccuracy of these sensors. They are junk in my opinion as far as my health and diabetes health.
I have the Libre 3 and the app on an Android phone.
Found that both the 1 and 2 almost always fail before the end of the 14 days. There is an Android app, but it seems to be worse than on iPhones (former having issues to get it to scan, and often having "phantom" scans afterwards).
Hi, just wanted to say I can totally agree with everything you've said! It seems to be the unpopular opinion but that was our experience as well. Haven't had good luck with these things on seniors either, it was actually much more difficult to manage. The low alarm would sound and I'd be waking people up to get them juice but it wasn't even low! Happened personally as well just overall not a good product at this point in time. Could be but isn't there yet.
Omg! My husband is experienced the exact same thing! Low glucose in the night so he kept drinking apple juice. After the doctor did his A1C his glucose was the highest its ever been!! We're left wondering why so many people have success using this and he's seems to be the odd case. Thanks for sharing!
I love the freestyle libre BUT I can't get one to stay on my arm for longer then 3 days, Where with the dexcom yes its less Advanced but iv never had one fall of my arm
I just got mine yesterday, and it already ripped off! I don’t know how she’s saying the adhesive stuck for a full 2 weeks 🙄
Does it store information? I ask this because in my job I can only get to my phone every 4 hours
It's Crazy you need a precription to get one of these. Could help and prevent Diabetics from developing in anyone.
Wow! You’re right. Healthy people could learn and completely avoid it. 😆
So true! I was stuck for the longest trying to find a new doctor because my older one stopped taking my insurance and boy wasn’t it stressful trying to get a prescription for any of my diabetic supplies including my Dexcom! They make it so hard for us that may need it in emergency situations. 🥺❤️
What a valid point! Just learning how specific foods impact glucose levels could really help people make informed decisions and possibly avoid becoming diabetic (atleast in the case of Type 2)
My insurance said it's not medically necessary. The purpose is to help bring down theA1c. I will never understand how the insurance world works.
the fact that CNBC is advertising the device, it made me quite suspicious about it.
It was a review, not an advert. I've used one of these things before, a v1.0, and it was pretty good, but they're expensive to pay for privately. Here in the uk it is difficult to get them on prescription, so I would have to pay myself if I wanted to use them. The reason I tried one, is because I was offered a trial by my local diabetic specialist hospital, for the purpose of gathering real world user data for the company.
These things are a godsend for busy, working people, especially people who do jobs operating machinery or vehicles, where for both reasons of safety and practicality, they cannot continually stop and measure their blood glucose level in the traditional way. Having an early warning of falling bg level is really valuable.
I found this really interesting, because I wasn't aware that Abbot had released newer versions of something that I've tried before. One day, in the future, I may opt to use it, if it becomes cheaper.
I am confident that Erin/CNBC would disclose anything that affected their impartiality on this matter, because they are obliged to. Because there are so few companies making these things worldwide, they tend to be in very short supply, so there are no generous 'freebies' or 'sponsorships' floating around.
The company that makes these, Abbot, is local to me, about 12 miles away, and my specialist diabetic clinic in Oxford is one of the leading research centres in Europe, but even they cannot get a plentiful or cheap supply of these things. For the individual, very strict criteria apply here, and I certainly couldn't get any free or subsidised, even though I was a recently diagnosed, active adult.
So I think you can allay your suspicion.
The worldwide type 1 community is, thankfully, very small, but it's a tough condition to live with, and if someone like Erin reviews something like this, then it's entirely because she wants to share potentially valuable information with this community, not benefit from any scummy 'sponsorship'.
Richard, type 1, diagnosed October 2018.
I didn’t like mine at all! I had three fall off. I used 5. I cancelled mine. Hope to try Dexcon 7
If only the introduction was quicker in the smaller markets like Australia
Can you put the sensor in another part of your body?
Make it little less expensive.
The problem I have with the dexcom, is that it falls off after a few days Or if I hit it wrong
You can by some clear sticks that can go over it off Amazon there great
use more alcohol wipes ( i use at least two on the same spot before application) I sweat a lot, and they (Dexcom G6) stay put for the 10 days the G6 is designed for. Most soaps don't wash off completely so the patch is sticking to soap not skin otherwise. You can also use "adhesion promotors" or the over-patches that cover the whole unit after you put it in.
Nice video
The libre 2 has gotten a free update making it communicate over bluetooth with a phone to transfer blood glucose levels without scanning
Yes, I was surprised to see the results updating every minute without the sensor being manually scanned with my phone. Also, if the sensor lost contact with the phone for several minutes when the connection was re established the missing readings were uploaded. I don't yet know how long the sensor-phone link can be broken before readings are lost, ie. sensor has run out of memory.
this is the 3rd time in 2 weeks the application shut down. This isn't very pleasant because every 3-7 days I got 1 day off. That means we are paying more for nothing but also that Abbott has not had capable people servicing it.
The help desk is very kind but gets lenient when announcing this interruption.
The web is plenty of these complaints.
It would be best if you did something to fix the app.
Regards
Bogdan
If you are using the old style to check your blood and you switch to these type.Make a comparison between the two.The old style is more accurate than the new one.
The question for you Do you have a problem getting hold of Freestyle 3 hotline or text
What difference sensor 2 n 3?
I wonder if Dexcom's G7 (isn't that their next generation product) will be wayyy better? Dexcom's current version is already better, I feel.
Love Dexcom G6. looking forward to the G7!
@@bendino9016 The G7's sensor will be more like the Libre 3's size. It will also be more likely to be covered by Medicare as Dexcom will make an optional G7 receiver (like the G6), which will be mandatory for Medicare as it only covers glucose monitoring supplies tied to "durable medical equipment" (traditional glucometers, G6 & G7 receivers, older Libre readers, Medtronic insulin pumps) or an office procedure (Eversense). The Libre 3 is currently ineligible for Medicare because it's read ONLY by a smartphone app; smartphones do not meet the legal definition of DME as they're primarily non-medical.
The G7 sensor is a bit bigger and a bit less accurate. But DexCom CGMs are better at sending data to pumps and watches. I think the G7 sensor is rated for 10 days. In truth the Libre 3 and G7 will be comparable. Dexcom claims that the price point will be the same as the Libre 3. It's good to have competition between these two companies...keeps them on their toes.
Well it should be wayyyy better, Dexcom costs wayyyy more. Unless Medicaid and Medicare is willing to cover completely, the most vulnerable populations will once again go without this technology.
I’m a new user of Dexcom G7 and over the last few days it’s been off. I also have the pogo automatic and Touch one - which show more accurate numbers. I will probably stop using Dexcom G7 after my last sensor.
My moms had that in the uk for about 2 years, why is it only just been promoted?
Assuming it's the third revision they're demonstrating here? The 1 and 2 have been available for some time. Description also states that "The Freestyle Libre 3 was approved by the FDA in June"...
@1:40 Imagine a video being made about a product and then not even placing the product in the proper area.
It's not discreet the entire summer long 😒 Bathing suits, tanks, dresses etc. If you're a swimmer throughout the year, you'd have to purchase additional coverings for the device. Every cover has messed up readings and they're large on the arm vs the size of the actual sensor. Speaking of discrete...why are these sensors only in one shade? 🤔
And how much will theses cost
I was prescribed libre three and found out that it can also read your blood glucose levels. However, can only buy the supplies over the counter or from their website and they want $14.99 for 14 strips!!! no less the pen, the lancets and control solution! Your doctor can’t prescribe them so you can get them through your insurance. Now I see why my insurance only wants to use free style libre products or pay for them because it’s not possible to get them to pay for any of the supplies needed for the readers.!!! Mind you the meter and my sensors were no co-pay for me! I find it quite inaccurate, and I had to use my old tester to get actual blood glucose readings.
Where can I buy it
It will change in a few days?
Can you share the alerts with a love one?
I wonder why they don’t have an app for users in India.
Que tristeza explican todo sobre el sensor pero nadie instruye COMO DEBE RECICLARSE. El medio ambiente es importantisimo. Gracias x explicar el free Style sensor. Mi esposo lo tiene y he pensado que varia a veces en 2 o 3.un.con el glucometro.
Abbot does have a recycling program for the sensors. They can send to you.
Available in India ?
If not same then something similar ?
Thanks in advance.
We have Libre Pro and Libre in India, cost cheaper than Libre 3
my pharmacy accidentally gave me the Libre 3 , I have been using Libre 2 for over 3 years they are completely different !!! I was completely confused and the Libre 3 support line team were the worst they could care less and actually confirmed they could care less about loyalty to the Company or the product. Libre 2 is so much more convenient with the ability to have voice and real time readings.
maybe if the support team for Libre 3 had an ounce of empathy they would have been kind enough to explain the new device.
are they only for type I or can type II use any libre 1,2 or 3?
@@dennismcg1009I'm type 2 and have used the sensors for over a year
did Abbott fixed the alarms on Libre 2 ?? if not yet, when ??
How much price
Am from Nigeria west Africa pls how can I get this monitor
My dad is diabetic and when I showed him this he is like "Pfft that thing cannot read blood sugar readings right"
Nothing minus finger pricking can be near perfectly accurate. This glucose monitor is accurate enough to make treatment decisions without the need of pricking your finger (most of the time).
I am type 1 diabetic, and it's sad your dad is saying this, because it's BS. Because the CGM devices read the interstitial fluid (not Blood) they have about a 15 minute delay in blood glucose readings, but are still very accurate. I use the Dexcom CGM with my Tandem pump and they work very well. Your dad needs a better doctor or to try a different CGM... He will live longer.
No CGM's read blood. CGM works through a tiny sensor inserted under your skin, usually on your belly or arm. The sensor measures your interstitial glucose level, which is the glucose found in the fluid between the cells.
@@bendino9016 My dad would be proud of that. 💕
@@benjaminhambrightOr, wild idea here....her Dad could eat better and add exercise and also live super long regardless of any sensors or finger sticks he chooses to use! 😮
For how many days this sensor works???
This CGM works for 14 days
I wish I could afford it. I have type 2 diabetes and I take lLevemir Flextouch once a day and insurance company says no.
Im Mr Paquito Cataluna using the free style since march 2023 but sad to say i lost my monitor.can i avail again fo free?
Sensenoics!!!!! To the Moon 🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀
Does anyone know if it hurts when the needle goes in?
Sometimes it can hurt however it is quick and mostly painless
My insurance wont cover this its expensive for out of pocket. Where can i get one at low/no cost
They're too expensive for No insurance company will cover this
Not a fan of free style . My numbers are always 60 points off . Dexcom g6 is way better . No issues and sometimes , only off about 10 points
In India this product available in Oxymed company
my sensor stopped working at 3AM after day 4 - so I took it off and installed a new sensor. Libre 3 could NOT find this new sennsoor and said no NCF app found in this tag ??? I uninstalled the app and re--installed it on my phone and answered all the questions all over again and now the new sensor was discovered. This app is a bit flawed/ I am also trying the chest as a better site for me. We;ll see how that works.
Discreet. Probably an auto-incorrect, but spelling matters. Thanks for the information!
I want it how can i buy
Can I have the price of this pls
Is there one just to monitor blood sugar level im a type 2 diabetic
That is what this does. I currently use the Dexcom G6, (same idea) it sends a blood sugar number to my phone every 5 minutes and graphs it out so you can see if it is rising or falling,
The type of diabetes doesn't matter, they will work. It also doesn't matter if youre on insulin or different diabetes meds. I think the confusion is that insurance companies would only cover them if you were on insulin, until recently.
this device could work forever with a battery, without having to replace it every two weeks, the greed and avarice of the companies is always more.
It does have a battery.
It is the blood sensor under the skin that limits the time. Sensor degradation under the skin.
Price
I think Abbott should hire me throwing a temper tantrum like a 5-year-old who hasn't had a nappy trying to set this thing up😂🤣😂🤣 We will see. And you only get two sensors??? Oh boy.
But what is the data risk? Are they collecting data? If so why? What are the plans for the data?
This product ain’t for you grandpa
Thought it was suppose to be in the back of the arm? It says it all over
Many insurance wont cover and I can't afford supplies. These are for rich non diabetics who can afford to micro manage their diet while type ones die
I miss you La Mega
My experience with this is that the sensor is more inaccurate than it is accurate. I have had so many replacements for inaccurate sensors than good ones. I do not trust these sensors at all. Therefore I still stick when I feel like the reading is wrong. When I check by stick readings from the sensor range from within a few points to 60 points higher. It’s very frustrating to me. However I continue to use them because of the convenience and when I run into a consistent inaccurate sensor I call abbot and they send a replacement. I’m hopeful they will work toward better accuracy. Best stick if you want to know true numbers!
My accuracy with them is actually perfect. Never had a single inaccurate sensor. Don’t forget that the vast majority of glucose meters tend to actually be more inaccurate than the libre sensor, so if your finger stick result is different to your libre it might be the reason why. Having more faulty sensors than functioning ones is very unusual, so I’m assuming that either your glucose meter is not of an accurate type or that you might be inserting it wrong. U might want to consider looking into it 🙂
@@gaboshkaboi6885 if what your saying is true, I would have been informed/advised by Abbott, as to what your saying. My finger stick kit is Abbott as well. Furthermore, Abbott suggests that when in doubt stick for accuracy, so I’m uncertain as to your claim that stick is more inaccurate than accurate. I have had many discussions with Abbott, and they have not suggested or even assumed what your saying. If you don’t stick, then I’m sure your spot on with your accuracy claim.
@@brentolsen8263 personally, I found the abott glucose meters to be inaccurate. Their CGM is more accurate in my experience. I found the contour next one and accu check guide to be the most accurate glucose meters (at least out of the ones available in Australia). With that said, any glucose meter can be up to 15% plus or minus of actual blood glucose which is important to keep in mind. When In doubt, you should confirm with a finger stick because even though the CGMs are accurate, they are susceptible to issues like compression loads and dehydration which can effect results. The reason double checking with a glucose meter is recommended is because there is a delay between readings of CGM and actual readings due to the fact they don’t use blood. Also having two devices that show the same results is reassuring. Even if you have multiple glucose meters of the exact same model and you use the same blood drop, they will all show you a slightly different result. The higher the blood glucose, the greater that difference will be. As far as I know, most glucose meters are generally ok between 4-7 mol but higher than that and they start being more off. If you do get an accurate glucose meter, and your sensor is still way off, it might be that the sensors are far more inaccurate for you because biological factors like dehydration or access of vitamin c in blood which can affect readings. Personally, every sensor I had so far (been using libre for 3 years) has worked great and was generally accurate. I should also mention, that if you are using libre, you can download a 3rd party app that allows you to calibrate to significantly improve accuracy. If you are using android, I recommend xdrip+, if you are using iPhone, I recommend shugga. What calibration allows you to do, is insert the values from your glucose meter into the app to make the libre give you results which are more in line with your glucose meter if you are 100% certain that the problem is with the sensor and not with the glucose meter. U might want to consider searching up calibration, there are many groups on Facebook that will help you out
@@gaboshkaboi6885 I refer you back to my initial comment. Those numbers I recited are real. My experience is what I stated. It’s very frustrating to say the least. I have worked with Abbott more than you think, and they are aware of these problems.
I will continue working with Abbott, as we are in the same page. GOOD LUCK!
@@brentolsen8263 do what you want. I just recommended you calibrate it as it increases accuracy. No need to get offended.
Shame it only lasts 14 days, I'm sure Abbott has the technology to increase the range but profit
Actually, 14 days is pretty good. When I started on CGM, i used the Abbott Navigator, for which the sensors only lasted 5 days. Dexcom sensors last ten days.
They do have CGMs that last 6 months but they require to be placed underneath the skin so it requires a Dr to change it out twice a year.
For such small battery 14 days sounds like a great compromise.
@@makatron Are you sure it even has a battery? It might be, that it uses a energy harvesting device that uses the electromagnetic radition to power itself.
@@xxxy912 gotta have some sort of on board energy for the sensors to work, but here they don't mention any kind of coil or anything for charging. As I'm not diabetic I have zero idea about it.
How much
I'm actually surprised that only 11% of Americans have diabetes considering close to 40% are suffering from obesity.
At last 14 days it is $250 which puts you in your donut hole from your insurance company in about 3 months way too expensive doexpensive does not last but 14 days could not afford to use it
14 days without calibration! what could go wrong..
Dexcom G6 works just fine, no calibration needed, but you can calibrate if your readings are off. way better than finger sticks.
Oh wow comparing new gen Libre to last gen Dexcom… of course its going to be better, compare it to the g7😅
Geht nicht auf allen Android Handys. Bluetooth Standards sollen nicht eingehalten worden sein.