Wednesday, August 27, 2014

Chameleon-like gel could track blood sugar levels in real time

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A sample of the hydrogel turns from blue to green to red, as it takes up glucose


Thanks to a new color-changing hydrogel, there may soon be a more reliable way of continuously monitoring the blood glucose levels of both diabetics and hospital patients. If incorporated into a device such as an implanted pump, it could automatically trigger the release of insulin into the bloodstream as needed. .. Continue Reading Chameleon-like gel could track blood sugar levels in real time



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