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Freestyle Libre 3 Plus

The Freestyle Libre 3 Plus has a wear-time of 15 days and connects with various automated insulin delivery (AID) systems. It provides customizable alerts and alarms and provides glucose readings every 1 minute. 

For complete information visit Abbott

Sensor Duration:

Up to 15 days

Warmup Time:

1 hour

Approved For Children:

Indicated for 2 years and older

Share Follow Capability:

Yes. The LibreLinkUp app allows up to 20 people to remotely track glucose data and trends from a smartphone.

Fingerstick Calibration Required:

No fingersticks required (however, if glucose alerts and readings from this device do not match symptoms or expectations, users are advised to use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions).

Customizable Alerts Alarms:

Optional hyper, hypo, signal loss

Mandatory urgent low

Software:

LibreView™

Accuracy:

MARD of 8.2% overall

Covered By Medicare:

Yes

Insulin Pump Compatibility:

Recommended Placement:

Back of upper arm

Additional Details:

Phone App (Iphone or Android) shows your current glucose reading. The sensor automatically sends a new glucose reading to your app every minute). No scanning required. When the Libre 3 Plus sensor is paired with the Libre 3 system’s smartphone app or reader, users will automatically see their latest glucose information after opening the app or when they receive an alarm notification.

Sensor can withstand immersion into 3 feet of water for up to 30 minutes

Home Screen shows the past 12-hours of historical glucose readings

Freestyle Libre 3 Plus has been cleared by the FDA to be worn during radiologic studies including X-ray imaging, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

  • There is no waiting period after a CT-scan or X-ray to be able to safely use the FreeStyle Libre system sensor.
  • MRI conditions: Depending on the type of  MRI procedure and scan required, there is potential for the accuracy and functionality to be compromised, so it is best to wait 1 hour following MRI exposure to ensure the FreeStyle Libre systems sensor is operating normally. After 1 hour, the accuracy and functionality of the device is not compromised.
  • Fluoroscopy will have no impact on the sensor performance.
  • There are no contraindications, warnings and limitations regarding use with ultrasound procedures. 
  • The contraindication related to diathermy therapy remains unchanged.
  • FreeStyle Libre Systems have not been studied with PET scan procedures; therefore, Abbott is unable to attest to the accuracy or performance of the Systems under such use case conditions.
  • The users phone and reader must be left outside of the exam room.
  • For more information see Libre Systems US Radiologic Procedures

Compatible Smart Devices

These Practice Pearls are based on the experience of diabetes care and education specialists and other healthcare professionals. They are intended to support device training and troubleshooting, but should not replace manufacturer instructions for use or individualized clinical judgment.
 
Thank you to Amy Hess-Fischl, MS, RDN, LDN, BC-ADM, CDCES, University of Chicago Kovler Diabetes Center, Chicago,IL for these Practice Pearls 
  • To reduce the risk of a false low, encourage placement on an area of the back of the arm that is less likely to be compressed when sleeping. The triceps area is often a good option. For side sleepers, it is important to avoid the parts of the arm that are touching the mattress or pillow and to adjust the location with each sensor change. 
  • If the skin on the arm moves easily due to body composition or reduced skin elasticity due to aging, choose a placement area where the tissue stays more stable. This can help the sensor remain securely in place throughout its wear time. 
  • When the phone is not always carried or kept within 33 feet of the sensor, the sensor may lose communication with the app, which can lead to frequent signal loss alerts. If this becomes disruptive, the signal loss alarm can be turned off as appropriate. Note: alarms and notifications require an active Bluetooth connection. 
  • If Bluetooth loses connection, the sensor continues to capture glucose data and will backfill stored readings once reconnected. Note: low and high glucose alarms will not be received during periods without an active connection. 
  • On the app, encourage users to experiment with the Insights feature. They can take a picture of their food, upload a photo, or type in a detailed description of the meal or snack to compare how it impacts them. The app predicts how the meal may affect glucose values and later updates the prediction based on what actually happened. It also offers suggestions that may help reduce the glucose impact of the snack or meal. 
  • When alarms need to be temporarily silenced so as not to sound during a meeting, performance, or other limited-time situation, Silent Mode can be set in the app for a minimum of 5 minutes and up to 6 hours.

Transmitter Sensor Size:

0.1 inch x 0.8 inch (diameter)

Receiver Size:

95 mm x 60 mm x 16 mm

Battery:

2 silver oxide batteries

Transmitter Range:

Sensor transmission range - 33 feet unobstructed

Continuous Data Transmission:

Yes, Measures every minute, displays on phone app (must be within 33 feet of phone with app open on phone)

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