An interdisciplinary team of researchers from various Chinese universities have developed a miniature-sized continuous glucose monitoring system that works as effectively as market-leading systems.

The Dexcom G6 continuous monitoring system (Dexcom Inc) measures interstitial fluid glucose levels. The G6 system consists of 3 key parts: the sensor wire, a transmitter, and a display device. The ...

Dexcom’s device transmits its readings every five minutes. The 10-day sensor was designed to be 60% smaller than its predecessor, while also improving upon the G6’s blood sugar-measuring ...