(120 days)
No
The document explicitly states that the sensor glucose algorithm and Reader design remain unchanged from the predicate device, and there are no mentions of AI, DNN, or ML in the text. The changes described relate to sensor wear duration and compatibility.
Yes
The device is indicated for the management of diabetes, which involves monitoring and facilitating therapy adjustments. It aids in detecting hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia for both acute and long-term therapy adjustments.
Yes
Explanation: The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System is indicated for the "management of diabetes" and is "intended to replace blood glucose testing for diabetes treatment decisions," as well as detecting trends and patterns and aiding in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. All these functions demonstrate its role in diagnosing and monitoring a medical condition.
No
The device description clearly states that the system consists of two primary components: a Sensor (hardware) and a Reader (hardware). While software is involved in processing data and providing alarms, the core functionality relies on these physical components.
Yes, this device is an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).
Here's why:
- Measures a biological substance: The device measures glucose concentration in interstitial fluid. Glucose is a biological substance.
- Used for medical purposes: The intended use is for the management of diabetes, which is a medical condition.
- Provides information for diagnosis or treatment: The system provides glucose levels, trends, and alarms to aid in the management of diabetes and is intended to replace blood glucose testing for treatment decisions. This information is used to make decisions about a patient's medical care.
- Specifically mentioned in the context of IVD regulations: The summary of performance studies explicitly mentions meeting the "iCGM special controls for clinical performance set forth in 21 CFR 862.1355." 21 CFR Part 862 is the section of the Code of Federal Regulations that deals with Clinical Chemistry and Clinical Toxicology Devices, which are a category of IVDs.
While the device description details the hardware and how it works, the Intended Use / Indications for Use section clearly defines its purpose in providing diagnostic information for the management of diabetes. The reference to 21 CFR 862.1355 further solidifies its classification as an IVD.
N/A
Intended Use / Indications for Use
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System 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 replace blood glucose testing for diabetes treatment decisions, unless otherwise indicated.
The System also detects trends and tracks patterns and aids in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, facilitating both acute and long-term therapy adjustments. Interpretation of the System readings should be based on the glucose trends and several sequential readings over time.
The System is also intended to autonomously communicate with digitally connected devices. The System can be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected devices where the user manually controls actions for therapy decisions.
The System can be used with the FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor (14 day) or the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor (10 day).
Product codes
QLG, NBW
Device Description
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System (K193371, cleared on June 12, 2020) is an integrated continuous glucose monitoring (iCGM) system that provides continuous glucose measurements every minute to provide glucose levels, trends, and real-time alarms capability to aid in the management of diabetes. The FreeStyle Libre 2 System consists of two primary components: a Sensor that transmits via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and a BLE enabled display device (Reader). User initiated RFID scanning of the Sensor via Reader provides the user with real-time glucose measurements (glucose values) accompanied by trend information (glucose arrows) and historical glucose information (glucose graph). Users may use the Sensor glucose results and information provided by the System in making treatment decisions. The System also provides configurable alarms designed to warn the user of Low Glucose, High Glucose or Signal Loss. The system is intended for single-patient use at home and requires a prescription.
FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor
- . The Sensor is single use, disposable, and powered by a silver oxide battery. The Sensor is provided as two secondary components, Sensor Applicator and Sensor Pack (electron beam sterilized device) which are used to assemble and apply the Sensor to the back of the user's arm. During Sensor application, the sensor tail is inserted about 5.5 millimeters below the surface of the skin through the guidance of a needle. The needle is retracted back into the applicator after insertion, and the Sensor remains attached to the skin with a medical grade adhesive. The Sensor continuously measures glucose concentration in interstitial fluid and has an 8-hour memory capacity. The Sensor is factory calibrated, does not require fingerstick calibration, and can be worn for up to 14 days.
FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader
- . The Reader is a small handheld device that is powered by a lithium-ion rechargeable battery and uses RFID communication to start new Sensors and to scan Sensors to display and record data and uses BLE communication to issue alarms that notify the user to scan his/her sensor when glucose values pass a high or low glucose threshold. The Reader also has a built-in strip port with blood glucose functionality (that is intended to work with the FreeStyle Precision Neo Blood Glucose test strips, cleared under K171941), and a user interface that includes event logging features.
Subject Device
The proposed subject device is a modified FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System that adds compatibility with the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor, which can be worn for up to 10 days. The FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor design is unchanged from that of the predicate FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor, which remains compatible with the modified System. In addition, the Sensor glucose algorithm and Reader design of the modified System remain unchanged from those of the predicate.
The alternate 10-day wear duration of the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor is achieved by changing a Sensor configuration parameter at manufacturing, which is detected by the predicate Reader to automatically determine the wear duration and accordingly adjust the user interface display of remaining Sensor wear time and ensure the Sensor cannot report data beyond the configured wear duration. In addition, each Sensor type has an end of life parameter, which determines when the Sensor will automatically shut down. This functionality is already built into the Sensor and Reader and was validated as part of previously conducted software validation under K193371.
Other than the differences related to wear duration, the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor is identical to the predicate Sensor, and the predicate Reader functions as intended with either the predicate FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor (14 day) or FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor (10 day).
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Anatomical Site
Back of the upper arm
Indicated Patient Age Range
age 4 and older
Intended User / Care Setting
Home use
Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol
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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)
All product development activities were performed in compliance with the Design Control requirements per 21 CFR 820.30. The implementation of the modified FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System is evaluated, verified, and validated under the requirements of Abbott Diabetes Care's (ADC's) internal design control process, which establishes a process for design and manufacturing changes to be assessed, tested and implemented appropriately.
- Software Testing
The predicate Freestyle Libre 2 Reader is designed to detect the Sensor configuration parameter, which is stored in the Sensor and set at manufacturing. The predicate Reader uses this Sensor configuration parameter to automatically determine the wear duration and accordingly adjust the user interface display of remaining Sensor wear time and ensure the Sensor cannot report data beyond the configured wear duration. In addition, each Sensor type has an end of life parameter, which determines when the Sensor will automatically shut down. This functionality is already built into the predicate Sensor and Reader and was validated as part of previously conducted software validation under K193371.
The FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor differs from the predicate FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor only with respect to the Sensor configuration parameter. There are no other changes made to the subject device design, cybersecurity, software, glucose algorithm, or other functionality to allow for compatibility of the Reader with the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor.
- Clinical Performance Evaluation
Clinical data from the adult and pediatric iCGM clinical studies that supported clearance of the predicate device were re-analyzed to show that use of the subject device with the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor for a 10-day wear duration meets the iCGM special controls for clinical performance set forth in 21 CFR 862.1355.
Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)
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Predicate Device(s)
Reference Device(s)
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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information
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§ 862.1355 Integrated continuous glucose monitoring system.
(a)
Identification. An integrated continuous glucose monitoring system (iCGM) is intended to automatically measure glucose in bodily fluids continuously or frequently for a specified period of time. iCGM systems are designed to reliably and securely transmit glucose measurement data to digitally connected devices, including automated insulin dosing systems, and are intended to be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected medical devices for the purpose of managing a disease or condition related to glycemic control.(b)
Classification. Class II (special controls). The special controls for this device are:(1) Design verification and validation must include the following:
(i) Robust clinical data demonstrating the accuracy of the device in the intended use population.
(ii) The clinical data must include a comparison between iCGM values and blood glucose values in specimens collected in parallel that are measured on an FDA-accepted laboratory-based glucose measurement method that is precise and accurate, and that is traceable to a higher order (
e.g., an internationally recognized reference material and/or method).(iii) The clinical data must be obtained from a clinical study designed to fully represent the performance of the device throughout the intended use population and throughout the measuring range of the device.
(iv) Clinical study results must demonstrate consistent analytical and clinical performance throughout the sensor wear period.
(v) Clinical study results in the adult population must meet the following performance requirements:
(A) For all iCGM measurements less than 70 milligrams/deciliter (mg/dL), the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±15 mg/dL of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 85 percent.
(B) For all iCGM measurements from 70 mg/dL to 180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±15 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 70 percent.
(C) For all iCGM measurements greater than 180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±15 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 80 percent.
(D) For all iCGM measurements less than 70 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±40 mg/dL of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 98 percent.
(E) For all iCGM measurements from 70 mg/dL to 180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±40 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 99 percent.
(F) For all iCGM measurements greater than180 mg/dL, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±40 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 99 percent.
(G) Throughout the device measuring range, the percentage of iCGM measurements within ±20 percent of the corresponding blood glucose value must be calculated, and the lower one-sided 95 percent confidence bound must exceed 87 percent.
(H) When iCGM values are less than 70 mg/dL, no corresponding blood glucose value shall read above 180 mg/dL.
(I) When iCGM values are greater than 180 mg/dL, no corresponding blood glucose value shall read less than 70 mg/dL.
(J) There shall be no more than 1 percent of iCGM measurements that indicate a positive glucose rate of change greater than 1 mg/dL per minute (/min) when the corresponding true negative glucose rate of change is less than −2 mg/dL/min as determined by the corresponding blood glucose measurements.
(K) There shall be no more than 1 percent of iCGM measurements that indicate a negative glucose rate of change less than −1 mg/dL/min when the corresponding true positive glucose rate of change is greater than 2 mg/dL/min as determined by the corresponding blood glucose measurements.
(vi) Data demonstrating similar accuracy and rate of change performance of the iCGM in the pediatric population as compared to that in the adult population, or alternatively a clinical and/or technical justification for why pediatric data are not needed, must be provided and determined by FDA to be acceptable and appropriate.
(vii) Data must demonstrate that throughout the claimed sensor life, the device does not allow clinically significant gaps in sensor data availability that would prevent any digitally connected devices from achieving their intended use.
(2) Design verification and validation must include a detailed strategy to ensure secure and reliable means of iCGM data transmission to provide real-time glucose readings at clinically meaningful time intervals to devices intended to receive the iCGM glucose data.
(3) Design verification and validation must include adequate controls established during manufacturing and at product release to ensure the released product meets the performance specifications as defined in paragraphs (b)(1) and (b)(2) of this section.
(4) The device must demonstrate clinically acceptable performance in the presence of clinically relevant levels of potential interfering substances that are reasonably present in the intended use population, including but not limited to endogenous substances and metabolites, foods, dietary supplements, and medications.
(5) The device must include appropriate measures to ensure that disposable sensors cannot be used beyond its claimed sensor wear period.
(6) Design verification and validation must include results obtained through a usability study that demonstrates that the intended user can use the device safely and obtain the expected glucose measurement accuracy.
(7) The labeling required under § 809.10(b) of this chapter must include a separate description of the following sensor performance data observed in the clinical study performed in conformance with paragraph (b)(1) of this section for each intended use population, in addition to separate sensor performance data for each different iCGM insertion or use sites (
e.g., abdomen, arm, buttock):(i) A description of the accuracy in the following blood glucose concentration ranges: less than 54 mg/dL, 54 mg/dL to less than 70 mg/dL, 70 to 180 mg/dL, greater than 180 to 250 mg/dL, and greater than 250 mg/dL.
(ii) A description of the accuracy of positive and negative rate of change data.
(iii) A description of the frequency and duration of gaps in sensor data.
(iv) A description of the true, false, missed, and correct alert rates and a description of the available glucose concentration alert settings, if applicable.
(v) A description of the observed duration of iCGM life for the device.
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August 11, 2021
Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc. Catherine Yang Sr. Regulatory Affairs Manager 1360 South Loop Road Alameda, California 94502
Re: K211102
Trade/Device Name: FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 862.1355 Regulation Name: Integrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: OLG Dated: April 12, 2021 Received: April 13, 2021
Dear Catherine Yang:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Enclosure
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Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K211102
Device Name
FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System 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 replace blood glucose testing for diabetes treatment decisions, unless otherwise indicated.
The System also detects trends and tracks patterns and aids in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, facilitating both acute and long-term therapy adjustments. Interpretation of the System readings should be based on the glucose trends and several sequential readings over time.
The System is also intended to autonomously communicate with digitally connected devices. The System can be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected devices where the user manually controls actions for therapy decisions.
The System can be used with the FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor (14 day) or the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor (10 day).
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510(k) Summary
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92.
The assigned 510(k) number is: K211102
1.1 Submitter:
Abbott Diabetes Care, Inc. 1360 South Loop Road Alameda, CA 94502
Contact: Catherine Yang Title: Sr. Regulatory Affairs Manager Phone: (510) 206-9452 Fax: (510) 864-4791
Date Prepared: April 12, 2021
1.2 Device Names and Classification:
| Name of Device: | FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System |
|---|---|
| Common Name: | Integrated Continuous Glucose Monitoring System, Factory |
| Calibrated, Not for use with automated insulin delivery systems | |
| Regulatory Section(s): | 21 CFR 862.1355, 21 CFR 862.1345 |
| Classification: | Class II |
| Product Code(s): | QLG, NBW |
| Review Panel: | Clinical Chemistry |
1.3 Predicate Device
| Predicate Device: | FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System |
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| (K193371, cleared on June 12, 2020) |
This predicate device has not been subject to a recall
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Indications for Use: 1.4
Indications for Use:
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System 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 replace blood glucose testing for diabetes treatment decisions, unless otherwise indicated.
The System also detects trends and tracks patterns and aids in the detection of episodes of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia, facilitating both acute and long-term therapy adjustments. Interpretation of the System readings should be based on the glucose trends and several sequential readings over time.
The System is also intended to autonomously communicate with digitally connected devices. The System can be used alone or in conjunction with these digitally connected devices where the user manually controls actions for therapy decisions.
The System can be used with the FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor (14 day) or the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor (10 day).
Contraindications
- · Automated Insulin Dosing: The System must not be used with automated insulin dosing (AID) systems, including closed loop and insulin suspend systems.
- · MRI/CT/Diathermy: The System must be removed prior to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT) scan. or high-frequency electrical heat (diathermy) treatment. The effect of MRI, CT scans, or diathermy on the performance of the System has not been evaluated. The exposure may damage the Sensor and may impact proper function of the device which could cause incorrect readings.
Device Description 1.5
Predicate Device
The FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System (K193371, cleared on June 12, 2020) is an integrated continuous glucose monitoring (iCGM) system that provides continuous glucose measurements every minute to provide glucose levels, trends, and real-time alarms capability to aid in the management of diabetes. The FreeStyle Libre 2 System consists of two primary components: a Sensor that transmits via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and a BLE enabled display device (Reader). User initiated RFID scanning of the Sensor via Reader provides the user with real-time glucose measurements (glucose values) accompanied by trend information (glucose arrows) and historical glucose information (glucose graph). Users may use the Sensor glucose results and information provided by the System in making treatment decisions. The System also provides configurable alarms designed to warn the user of Low Glucose, High Glucose or Signal Loss. The system is intended for single-patient use at home and requires a prescription.
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FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor
- . The Sensor is single use, disposable, and powered by a silver oxide battery. The Sensor is provided as two secondary components, Sensor Applicator and Sensor Pack (electron beam sterilized device) which are used to assemble and apply the Sensor to the back of the user's arm. During Sensor application, the sensor tail is inserted about 5.5 millimeters below the surface of the skin through the guidance of a needle. The needle is retracted back into the applicator after insertion, and the Sensor remains attached to the skin with a medical grade adhesive. The Sensor continuously measures glucose concentration in interstitial fluid and has an 8-hour memory capacity. The Sensor is factory calibrated, does not require fingerstick calibration, and can be worn for up to 14 days.
FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader
- . The Reader is a small handheld device that is powered by a lithium-ion rechargeable battery and uses RFID communication to start new Sensors and to scan Sensors to display and record data and uses BLE communication to issue alarms that notify the user to scan his/her sensor when glucose values pass a high or low glucose threshold. The Reader also has a built-in strip port with blood glucose functionality (that is intended to work with the FreeStyle Precision Neo Blood Glucose test strips, cleared under K171941), and a user interface that includes event logging features.
Subject Device
The proposed subject device is a modified FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System that adds compatibility with the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor, which can be worn for up to 10 days. The FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor design is unchanged from that of the predicate FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor, which remains compatible with the modified System. In addition, the Sensor glucose algorithm and Reader design of the modified System remain unchanged from those of the predicate.
The alternate 10-day wear duration of the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor is achieved by changing a Sensor configuration parameter at manufacturing, which is detected by the predicate Reader to automatically determine the wear duration and accordingly adjust the user interface display of remaining Sensor wear time and ensure the Sensor cannot report data beyond the configured wear duration. In addition, each Sensor type has an end of life parameter, which determines when the Sensor will automatically shut down. This functionality is already built into the Sensor and Reader and was validated as part of previously conducted software validation under K193371.
Other than the differences related to wear duration, the FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor is identical to the predicate Sensor, and the predicate Reader functions as intended with either the predicate FreeStyle Libre 2 Sensor (14 day) or FreeStyle Libre 2 MediRx Sensor (10 day).
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Test Principle
Both the predicate and modified FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring Systems use a Sensor that incorporates a subcutaneously implanted electrochemical sensor to monitor glucose levels in the interstitial fluid (ISF) and associated electronics. The sensor uses a glucose oxidase enzyme to oxidize glucose and transfer electrons to an electrode, producing a current. The strength of the current is proportional to the amount of glucose present in the subcutaneous space. The electrical current signal is converted to a glucose value (in mg/dL) for display to the user on the handheld Reader.
Substantial Equivalence 1.6
A. Predicate Device Name:
FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring System
B. Predicate 510(k) Number(s):
K193371
Comparison with Predicate: C.
The similarities and differences between the subject and the predicate device are highlighted in the tables below.
| Similarities | ||
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| Item | Predicate Device: FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose | |
| Monitoring System (K193371) | Subject Device: | |
| Modified | ||
| FreeStyle Libre | ||
| 2 Flash Glucose | ||
| Monitoring | ||
| System | ||
| Intended Use | The System is intended to monitor interstitial fluid | |
| glucose concentrations and communicate with digitally | ||
| connected devices for the purpose of managing a disease | ||
| or condition related to glycemic control. | Same | |
| Intended Use Population | Persons with diabetes age 4 and older | Same |
| Device type | Integrated CGM | Same |
| Principle of Operation | Amperometric measurement of current proportional to | |
| glucose concentration in interstitial fluid via glucose | ||
| oxidase chemical reaction | Same | |
| Sample Type | Interstitial fluid | Same |
| Enzyme | Glucose oxidase | Same |
| Test Range | 40 to 400 mg/dL | Same |
| Clinical Application | Management of diabetes mellitus | Same |
| Clinical Setting/Sites of Use | Home use | Same |
| Data Displayed | Current glucose value, current glucose trend, graph with | |
| recent glucose history, user entered events | Same | |
| Primary display device | FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader | Same |
| Similarities (Continued) | ||
| Item | Predicate Device: FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose | |
| Monitoring System (K193371) | Subject Device: | |
| Modified | ||
| FreeStyle Libre | ||
| 2 Flash Glucose | ||
| Monitoring | ||
| System | ||
| Alerts and Alarms | Low Glucose Alarm, High Glucose Alarm, Signal Loss Alarm, | |
| Scan Error, Sensor Error | Same | |
| Wireless | ||
| communication | ||
| protocol | Near Field Communication (NFC): (13.56 MHz RFID) | |
| Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): 4.0 | Same | |
| BLE | ||
| Communication | ||
| range | 20 feet unobstructed | Same |
| Sensor Glucose | ||
| Algorithm | FreeStyle Libre 2 Reader algorithm | Same |
| Method of Sensor | ||
| Activation | RFID communication | Same |
| Method of Data | ||
| transfer from Sensor | RFID – upon user-initiated scan | |
| BLE - for glucose data to support glucose alarms | Same | |
| Glucose reading | ||
| update interval | Every 1 minute | Same |
| Trend Graph | ||
| Glucose History | 8 hours, 24-hour graph and other reports can be used to view | |
| logged data | Same | |
| Glucose Trend | ||
| Arrow | ↑, > +2 mg/dL/min | |
| ↗, +1 and +2 mg/dL/min | ||
| →, -1 to +1 mg/dL/min | ||
| ↘, -2 to -1 mg/dL/min | ||
| ↓, |