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The Latest in High-tech and Convenient Products

The new NC-stat Monitor from NeuroMetrix is intended to help physicians diagnose nerve disorders, such as peripheral neuropathy. The device measures such parameters as amplitude, latency, and conduction velocity of the motor and sensory nerves. As nerves are stimulated, the monitor displays responses on the LCD screen. Hard-copy results are available in real time by transmitting the data to the on Call Information System via the NC-stat docking station. NeuroMetrix, Inc., 62 Fourth Ave., Waltham, Mass. 02451. 781-890-9989.

http://www.neurometrix.com/index.html

Assure 4 Blood Glucose Monitoring System

The Assure 4 Blood Glucose Monitoring system, geared for multiresident use in long-term care facilities, requires a 1.5-µL sample size and returns plasma-referenced results in 10 seconds on a large display screen. Long-term blood glucose data and trends are available via the system's 50-count test memory. Arkray USA, 5198 W. 76th St., Edina, Minn. 55439. 952-646-3200.

www.arkrayusa.com

FoodCuber Pre-portion and Storage Trays

FoodCuber trays—reminiscent of traditional ice cube freezer trays—are designed to help people limit their food intake. To simplify portion control, the person prepares food for storage, fills the "cubes," fastens the lid, and stores the tray in the freezer, refrigerator, or cupboard. The trays are available individually or as a set of three 32-oz trays with two-cup, one-cup, and half-cup cubes marked with "fill" and "half fill" lines. FoodCuber, 952 A Ave., Lake Oswego, Ore. 97034. 503-699-2823.

www.foodcuber.com

Calsulin Insulin Unit Calculator

The Calsulin Insulin Unit Calculator is intended to help patients calculate the amount of required bolus insulin units at mealtime. The device uses three factors in its calculation: blood glucose level (from a blood glucose meter), grams of carbohydrates consumed, and the amount of exercise to be taken post-meal. The device crunches these numbers and displays a recommended amount of insulin units to be injected. Thorpe Products.

www.thorpe-products.com

CareLink Pro Software

This new software from Medtronic adds a physician component to the company's CareLink Therapy Management System for Diabetes. Using the software, physicians can download patients' diabetes data from the Internet. Specifically, they can analyze data from insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensors and meters to guide treatment decisions. According to the company's Web site, "All CareLink Software is compatible with most major blood glucose meters." Medtronic Diabetes, 18000 Devonshire St., Northridge, Calif. 91325. 800-646-4633.

www.minimed.com

WaveSense Jazz Codeless Meter

This wireless glucose meter from AgaMatrix offers a large, backlit display and alternate site testing. Its diabetes data-management features include pre- and post-mealtime averages, seven alarms for reminders about checking blood glucose, and the capacity to download glucose data to AgaMatrix's Zero-Click software using Bluetooth technology. The meter requires test strips and a 0.5 µl blood sample. AgaMatrix Inc., 10 Manor Pkway, Salem, N.H. 03079. 603-328-6000.

www.agamatrix.com

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