Continuous real-time glucose readings automatically delivered to your smartphone◊every minute.
Know sooner. Act faster. Be ready to avoid low glucose.
The FreeStyle Libre 3 Sensor
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Our smallest, most discreet sensor yet1that is worn on the back of the upper arm and continuously measures the glucose concentration in the body's interstitial fluid day and night.
The sensor updates the glucose result up to every minute and sends it straight to yourcompatible smartphone.
It can be worn for up to 14 days and is water-resistant so continues to work while you shower, swim or exercise.₸
Accurate
The most accurate 14-day CGM system2 to help reduce time spent in hypoglycaemia3 and improve overall glucose control.4
Discreet
The world’s smallest, thinnest, and most discreet sensor1 – about the size of a pound coin.
Easy
Easy to apply and wear5 with a simple one-piece applicator. Also easyon the environment with 41% less plastic and 43% less outer packaging material.5
How to monitor your glucose with FreeStyle Libre 3
Glucose readings streamed directly to yoursmartphone every minute.◊
Glucose monitoring has never been easier or more convenient.
To use your FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor, download the FreeStyle Libre 3 app for free* on your smartphone and get your glucose readings.
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Cost & Coverage
Availability
The FreeStyle Libre 3 system is not yet available on prescription- it is available via the NHS Supply Chain Insulin Pumps, Continuous Glucose Monitoring, Closed Loop Delivery Systems and Associated Products Framework.
NICE recommends HCL
for managing glucose levels in type 1 diabetes6,7,8
This means more people with type 1 diabetes qualify for Hybrid Closed Loop compatible systems like the FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor, which is authorised to work with the mylife Loop^ system.
6. An HCL system consists of a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensor, a control algorithm and an insulin pump.
7. NICE [2023] Hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes. [GID-TA10845]. www.nice.org.uk/guidance/indevelopment/gid-ta10845.
8. Only use hybrid closedloop systems with the support of a trained multidisciplinary team experienced in continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion and continuous glucose monitoring in type 1 diabetes. Only use hybridclosed loop systems if the person or their carer understands and is able to use them, and is also attending a type 1 diabetes structured education programme.
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References & Disclaimers
Images are for illustrative purposes only. Not real patient or data.
1.Among patient-applied glucose sensors.Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
2.Shridhara Alva, Timothy Bailey, Ronald Brazg, Erwin S. Budiman, Kristin Castorino, Mark P. Christiansen, Gregory Forlenza, Mark Kipnes, David R. Liljenquist, Hanquing Liu. “Accuracy of a 14-Day Factory-Calibrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring System with Advanced Algorithm in Pediatric and Adult Population With Diabetes.” [published online ahead of print September 19, 2020]. Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1177/1932296820958754.
3. Jan Bolinder, Ramiro Antuna, Petronella Geelhoed-Duijvestjin, Jens Kröger, Raimund Weitgasser. “Novel Glucose-Sensing Technology and Hypoglycaemia in Type 1 Diabetes: a Multicentre, Non-Masked, Randomised Controlled Trial.” Lancet 388, no. 10057 (2016): 2254-2263. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(16)31535-5.
4.Evans, Mark, et al. "The Impact of Flash Glucose Monitoring on Glycaemic Control as Measured by HbA1c: a Meta-analysis of ClinicalTrials and Real-world Observational Studies." Diabetes Therapy 11, no. 1 (January 2020): 83-95. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13300-019-00720-0.5.
5. Data on file, Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc.
6. An HCL system consists of a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensor, a control algorithm and an insulin pump.
7. NICE [2023] Hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes. [GID-TA10845]. www.nice.org.uk/guidance/indevelopment/gid-ta10845.
8. Only use hybrid closedloop systems with the support of a trained multidisciplinary team experienced in continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion and continuous glucose monitoring in type 1 diabetes. Only use hybridclosed loop systems if the person or their carer understands and is able to use them, and is also attending a type 1 diabetes structured education programme.
^ FreeStyle Libre 3 is authorised to work with the mylife Loop automated insulin delivery system, including the mylife CamAPS FX app and mylife YpsoPump insulin pump. For use of FreeStyle Libre 3 sensor with the mylife Loop, refer to the labeling provided with the mylife CamAPS FX app.
₸ Sensor is water resistant in up to 1 metre (3 feet) of water for a maximum of 30 minutes. Do not immerse longer than 30 minutes. Not to be used above 10,000 feet.
◊The FreeStyle Libre 3 app is only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please checkour website for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Sharing of glucose data requires registration with LibreView.
*You need to be connected to a network for setup, using LibreView and sharing with other apps. You do not need to be connectedto check yourglucose, receive alarms, add notes or review your history in the App.
₼The LibreView data management software is intended for use by both patients and healthcare professionals toassist people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis and evaluation of historical glucose device data to support effectivediabetes management. The LibreView software is not intended to provide treatment decisions or to be used as a substitute for professional healthcareadvice.
§The LibreLinkUp app is only compatible with certain mobile device and operating systems. Please checkwww.librelinkup.com for more information about device compatibility before using the app. Use of the LibreLinkUp app requires registration with LibreView.