In the new “Power On” column, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman pointed out that Apple has made significant progress in non-invasive blood sugar measurement technology, allowing diabetics to measure energy without piercing the skin for blood collection. blood sugar status. However, Mark Gurman believes that Apple may need to spend more time preparing for the distance from becoming an actual commercial product.
In February of this year, Mark Gurman reported that Apple’s non-invasive blood glucose monitoring function added to the Apple Watch has entered the proof-of-concept stage. Apple uses lasers to measure subcutaneous blood sugar concentration, so as to achieve the purpose of non-invasive reading data.
However, there is still a lot of work to be done to create a physical device with Apple’s current technology. If it can be put into the Apple Watch, it may take a relatively short period of time to improve. In an earlier report by Mark Gurman, it was revealed that Apple must improve the current algorithm and sensor design, and it may even take an additional 3-7 years to shrink the hardware of this technology to the size of the Apple Watch.
At present, the common blood sugar detection method needs to prick the patient’s finger for blood test. If the non-invasive detection method of blood sugar measurement can be improved and popularized, it will be great for diabetic patients who need to check blood sugar frequently. It is a boon, which will allow diabetic patients to further grasp their personal physical conditions, and at the same time prevent the deterioration of the condition, and help patients manage their personal living habits more easily.