FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus

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FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus

The FreeStyle Libre 2 is a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device with real time alarms capability indicated for the management of diabetes in persons age 4 and older. It is intended to autonomously communicate with digitally connected devices. Its sensor may be worn for 14 days.

The FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus is a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device with real time alarms capability indicated for the management of diabetes in persons age 2 and older. It is intended to autonomously communicate with digitally connected devices, including automated insulin dosing (AID) systems. Its sensor may be worn for 15 days.

The FreeStyle Libre 2 and the FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus detect trends and tracks patterns and aid in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. They can be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected devices for the purpose of managing diabetes.

The Libre app is compatible with iOS or Android.

  • FreeStyle Libre 2: May be worn up to 14 days, approved for age 4 years and older.
  • FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus: May be worn up to 15 days, approved for age 2 years and older.
  • Provides real-time glucose readings every minute
  • Provides alerts for highs and lows

FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus Specs

Key specification

Alerts and Alarms Yes
No Finger-Stick Confirmation Yes
Long Transmitter Range Yes
Short Warm-Up Time Yes
Data Transmission Time 15 minutes
Data Sharing via App Yes
Approved for Kids Yes
Insulin Pump-Compatible Yes
Water Resistance Sensor can withstand immersion into 3 ft (one meter) of water for up to 30 minutes.
Calibration Details Not required
Accuracy Rating Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) for FreeStyle Libre 2: 9.2% (Adult); 9.7% (Pediatric); Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) for FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus: 8.2%
Approved for Pregnancy Yes
Stand Alone Yes
Transmitter range 20 ft
Warm up time 60 minutes
Wear time 14 days

Transmitter and receiver info

Sends Data to Receiver Yes
Transmitter & Sensor Size 1.38 in. diameter x 0.2 in.
Transmitter & Sensor Weight 0.18 oz
Receiver Size 2.36 in. x 3.74 in. x 0.63 in.
Receiver Weight 2.3 oz
Sensor Duration 14 days (FreeStyle Libre 2); 15 days (FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus)
Data Management Software Uploads data to LibreView, a cloud-based diabetes-management system and FreeStyle Libre desktop software.
Receiver Screen Size 3.74 in. X 2.36 in. X .63 in.

Key specification, Transmitter and receiver info

Battery Type Sensor has one silver oxide battery. Reader has one rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
   

General Information

Product Name FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus
Product Type CGMs
Brand Abbott Diabetes Care

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