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CGM Diabetes Sensor - Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Mumbai

Sample Required: None

Test Mode: At Home

Turn Around Time: 24 Hours

Fasting Time: None

Other Instructions: None

Recommended for: Type 1/2 Diabetics, Pre-diabetes, Athletes, Weight-Loss

What's Included

Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Sensor (Sensor works for 14 days)
Sensor Application, Readings and Removal at Home
Turn Around Time: 24 Hrs

About the Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Device in Mumbai

Mumbai healthcare professionals and patients have adopted Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices which provide immediate blood glucose data to deliver improved medical support. The rising numbers of diabetes patients have led to more healthcare providers and individuals in Mumbai to adopt CGM devices to improve their blood sugar control. CGM devices in Mumbai have become more available because people have learned more about them and they are present in hospitals and pharmacies and can be bought online while endocrinologists provide support. The full-scale adoption of these devices remains limited because of their expensive cost and inadequate healthcare insurance benefits.

CGM is used for Tracking Blood Glucose in Real-time

Medical technology has brought a major breakthrough in diabetes care through Continuous Glucose Monitoring which provides instant readings of blood sugar levels. Patients gain continuous real-time information through CGM testing rather than traditional fingerstick testing so they can make better decisions for their nutrition and medications and way of living. People who use continuous glucose monitoring devices achieve better glycemic control because these devices show real-time glucose fluctuations which minimizes the chances of encountering hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Technology advancements produce improved performance and easier operation of CGM devices while making them more accessible to the public.

Metabolic Fitness is the key to your health. Various use cases for CGM

Individuals need metabolic fitness to sustain good health because it demonstrates their body's capability to effectively handle blood sugar regulation. Real-time glucose monitoring through Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) enables users to improve their metabolic health through the accurate tracking of blood sugar changes for better life choice decisions. CGM technology extends its usage to various domains that go beyond diabetes management by facilitating weight control and athlete improvement while enhancing customized nutrition planning and identifying potential metabolic diseases at an early stage. People using CGM receive constant updates about glucose responses to food choices and exercise while stressed so they can actively improve their metabolic health.

CGM vs Blood Glucose Meter (BGM)

The tools Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) and Blood Glucose Meters (BGM) help control blood sugar yet operate with distinct functions. BGM systems give single readings of blood sugar levels while being reasonably priced which makes them suitable for occasional testing needs. The system lacks the capability to show glucose patterns while it operates. Users benefit from real-time glucose tracking through CGM because the system provides ongoing measurement of blood sugar levels which enables them to recognize trends and patterns for better lifestyle adjustments and medication management. Although CGM provides both superior data access and convenience users have to accept higher costs and some models need calibration.

CGM Sensor Working

The evolution of blood sugar monitoring is achieved through Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) sensors which provide ongoing analysis of real-time glucose measurements. CGM sensors operation entails measuring glucose levels in skin interstitial fluid beneath the surface before transmitting this information to a receiver or smartphone system for user monitoring. People who use CGM sensors gain better glucose trend visibility through these devices than with traditional finger stick tests which helps them make smarter dietary and exercise choices and medication decisions. Sugar tracking through CGM devices improves due to enhanced sensor technology which produces more precise and comfortable and friendly devices. Technology advancement enabled CGM devices to monitor glucose changes and inform users about dangerous highs or lows while delivering data-based management strategies for diabetes treatment.

Benefits of CGM Sensor

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) sensors have important benefits for blood glucose management through their ability to provide ongoing time-sensitive data monitoring. CGM technology delivers continuous data through the body that enables users to monitor glucose patterns thus identifying changes which leads to optimized blood sugar management. The main features of CGM sensors improve diabetes management strategies through continuous monitoring while lowering hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic risks and delivering diet and exercise recommendations and better health results. The data generated by CGM devices enables users to make better lifestyle and medication adjustments through firsthand data insights.

THIS IS A MEDICAL GRADE DEVICE TO BE INSTALLED AND SUPERVISED BY A REGISTERED MEDICAL PRACTITIONER ONLY.

Complete details of the sensor are available at

https://www.myfreestyle.com/freestyle-libre-pro-cgm-system

What are the pre-requisites of this test

There are no-prerequisite for the test

How to book & install the sensor

Once you book the sensor, you can come to our clinic or schedule at-home to install the sensor. The installation will be done by the qualified practitioner upon doctor review
You can come in-between to check the readings and on the 15th day, come to the clinic to remove the sensor
Once the sensor is removed, the report will be emailed.

Who is it for ?

What should I do after the test?

What will I discover through this test?

Guidelines

FAQs

How does Abbott Libre Freestyle work?

Abbott FreeStyle Libre system has transformed glucose monitoring through a contact-free method that tracks blood sugar levels in real time. The sensor attached behind the upper arm measures interstitial fluid glucose levels which then sends data to both smartphones and readers.

Can I install the device myself?

The Abbott FreeStyle Libre and other Continuous Glucose Monitoring devices come with user-friendly installation features which enable patients to do it themselves. A small sensor gets placed onto the back of the upper arm or abdomen through an applicator within the application procedure.

What are the benefits of Abbott Libre Freestyle?

The Abbott FreeStyle Libre provides users with a game-changing method for glucose monitoring because it enables easy painless real-time blood sugar tracking.

Who can use the Freestyle Libre?

The Abbott FreeStyle Libre soon became popular among diverse groups of people because it enables effortless tracking of accurate glucose measurements. Diabetic patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes receive the most benefit from the Abbott FreeStyle Libre system since it tracks their glucose levels continually without depending on finger stick tests.

How do I check my sugar level at home?

Patients need to check their blood sugar at home because it is vital for diabetes management and complete wellness. You can monitor blood glucose either with traditional Blood Glucose Meter (BGM) fingerstick testing or through Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) device like the Abbott FreeStyle Libre.

What is CGM?

Real-time blood glucose monitoring at every moment stands as a revolutionary technology called Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM).

What do I do if I don’t like finger pricks for testing glucose levels every time?

The Continuous Glucose Monitoring system (CGM) offers a beneficial option to those who dislike regular finger pricking processes. The system provides continuous glucose monitoring information along with trends and notification features about blood sugar changes which improves diabetes treatment effectiveness through convenience.

Which hormone regulates blood glucose level and how?

Insulin and glucagon perform the main regulatory functions of blood glucose levels through hormones that originate from pancreatic secretion. The hormone insulin enables blood sugar control by helping glucose enter cells yet glucagon controls blood sugar by making the liver release stored glucose.

What is the best way to manage my sugar levels long term?

The treatment of blood sugar control over extended periods demands a combination between healthy life decisions and routine testing along with prescribed medical care.

What is the cost of continuous glucose monitoring devices in Mumbai?

You can purchase Continuous Glucose Monitoring devices in Mumbai at different costs based on the brand names and technology options. The Abbott FreeStyle Libre which is a widely used CGM device costs ₹4,899 to ₹5,249 for its 14-day sensor.