Glucotrack's Innovative Blood Glucose Monitor Aims to Revolutionize Diabetes Management
August 26th, 2024 12:30 PM
By: Newsworthy Staff
Glucotrack Inc. is developing a groundbreaking Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor (CBGM) that measures glucose directly in the blood, offering potential advantages over existing continuous glucose monitoring devices in accuracy, longevity, and user comfort.

Glucotrack Inc. (NASDAQ: GCTK), a medical technology company based in Rutherford, New Jersey, is making significant strides in the development of its innovative Continuous Blood Glucose Monitor (CBGM). This device aims to transform the glucose monitoring market by addressing key limitations of current continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices.
The company's CBGM stands out from competitors by measuring glucose directly in the blood, rather than in interstitial fluids. This approach promises to provide more accurate, real-time readings for users. Additionally, Glucotrack's implant is designed to last up to three years, significantly longer than most existing CGM devices that require replacement within a year.
Glucotrack has been actively presenting its research and findings at major diabetes conferences. In June, the company showcased two posters at the American Diabetes Association's 84th Scientific Sessions, highlighting preclinical animal studies and sensor longevity simulation modeling for its CBGM. The company also presented market research data at the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists annual conference, revealing positive sentiment towards the CBGM concept among potential users with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Recent preclinical studies have yielded promising results for Glucotrack's technology. A 90-day study demonstrated sustained accuracy of the CBGM, with a Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) of 4.7% at day 90, considered highly accurate for continuous glucose monitors. This study, which included a larger number of animal subjects and a longer duration than previous trials, further validates the CBGM's performance and accuracy over time.
Paul Goode, PhD, president and CEO of Glucotrack, expressed enthusiasm about the device's potential, stating, "Our CBGM's ability to continuously measure blood glucose for 3 years with accuracy, minimal calibration and without a wearable device represents a significant advancement in glucose monitoring. We believe this technology has the potential to greatly improve the quality of life for people with diabetes by providing a more convenient and discreet monitoring solution."
The company's progress has attracted financial support, with Glucotrack securing $4 million in funding from its leading shareholder in July. This investment will support the company's upcoming first in-human clinical trial, marking a crucial step in bringing the CBGM to market.
Glucotrack's leadership team brings significant expertise to the project. CEO Paul Goode has decades of experience in developing innovative medical technologies, including work with major players like DexCom Inc. The company recently strengthened its board with the appointment of Andy Balo, a former DexCom executive with extensive regulatory, clinical, and quality experience in the medical technology industry.
The continuous glucose monitoring market is projected to grow significantly, with a forecasted compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3% from 2024 to 2034. Glucotrack aims to capitalize on this growth by offering a solution that addresses key pain points in current CGM technology, potentially improving the lives of millions of people with diabetes worldwide.
As Glucotrack prepares for human trials, the company's progress in developing its CBGM technology represents a potentially significant advancement in diabetes management. If successful, this innovation could offer people with diabetes a more accurate, longer-lasting, and more comfortable option for continuous glucose monitoring, ultimately leading to better health outcomes and improved quality of life.
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