China creates non-invasive method for measuring blood glucose levels

Researchers from Shanghai have presented an innovative method of monitoring blood glucose levels that does not require puncturing the skin of the finger. The new method allows you to measure sugar levels by simply placing the palm of your hand on a special device. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS.

As the publication notes, this discovery can greatly simplify the lives of people with diabetes, as regular blood sugar control using traditional methods often causes discomfort.

The scientists used optical coherence tomography (an imaging technique that uses optical radiation) to accurately measure skin thickness. Using Raman spectroscopy (a method of analysing the structure of matter using light), they then developed a method that allows blood glucose levels to be monitored through the skin without the need to draw blood.

The method has already undergone clinical trials involving 200 diabetic patients and 30 healthy people: 99.4 per cent of the measurements met acceptable medical standards.

An additional advantage of the technology is its versatility. It does not require individual customisation and is suitable for people of different ages and builds, which makes it promising for mass adoption.

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