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Explore the features of the FreeStyle Libre system
The FreeStyle Libre system is accurate, stable and consistent over 14 days without the need for routine fingersticks* or calibrations3
To obtain a glucose reading, users simply perform a quick, painless1 1-second scan of the smartphone† over the FreeStyle Libre sensor. This easy scan gives you more information without the need for fingersticks*
The FreeStyle Libre sensor is waterproof and can be worn while bathing, showering, swimming and exercising.**††#
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*Fingersticks are required if glucose readings do not match symptoms or expectations..
#A caregiver at least 18 years old is responsible for supervising, managing, and assisting the child in using the FreeStyle Libre system and interpreting its readings
** 60-minute warm-up required when applying the sensor
† The FreeStyle LibreLink app and the FreeStyle Libre reader have similar but not identical features. Fingersticks are required if readings do not match symptoms or expectations. The FreeStyle Libre sensor communicates with the FreeStyle Libre reader that started it or the FreeStyle LibreLink app that started it. A sensor started by the FreeStyle Libre reader will also communicate with the FreeStyle LibreLink app. The FreeStyle LibreLinkapp is only compatible with certain NFC enabled 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 meter (3 feet) of water. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. Not to be used above 10,000 feet
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, open-label randomized controlled trial. Diabetes Therapy 8.1 (2017): 55-73
2. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
3. Bailey Timothy., et al. The Performance and Usability of a Factory-Calibrated Flash Glucose Monitoring System. Diabetes Technology &Therapeutics.2015;17(11):787-794
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