This could turn the healthcare industry on its head.
Current means of glucose monitoring are pretty rough, with most diabetics relying on painful finger-pricking to take blood samples. Others use a variety of patches that are currently on the market, although those need to be regularly replaced.
"The system uses lasers to emit specific wavelengths of light into an area below the skin where there is interstitial fluid — substances that leak out of capillaries — that can be absorbed by glucose," explains thereport. "The light is then reflected back to the sensor in a way that indicates the concentration of glucose. An algorithm then determines a person's blood glucose level.
Per the report, Apple's aspirations for the tech even extend into preventative diabetic support. According to, the Silicon Valley giant is hoping to incorporate a prediabetic functionality, warning users who might be at risk for developing diabetes.
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