3D-Printed Glucose Sensors Could Cut Costs for People With Diabetes

3D-Printed Glucose Sensors Could Cut Costs for People With Diabetes

“Near constant finger pricking or expensive glucose monitoring systems are an unfortunate reality for many people who live with diabetes. A team of researchers from Washington State University is hoping to create a change by 3D printing glucose biosensors.

The 3D-printed sensors would be used in wearable glucose monitors that could stick to a person’s skin and monitor bodily fluids, like sweat. Without such systems, people living with diabetes must self-monitor their blood glucose levels, involving a nuisance finger pricking process, or shell out thousands for automated monitoring systems. Compared to traditional manufacturing processes, 3D printing sensors would reduce waste, cutting down costs, while improving the accuracy of glucose monitors…”

https://futurism.com/the-byte/3d-printed-glucose-sensors-could-cut-costs-for-people-with-diabetes

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