Biosensor for continuos glucose monitoring.

A potentially implantable glucose biosensor for continuous monitoring of glucose levels in diabetic patients has been developed. The glucose biosensor is based on an amperometric oxygen electrode and glucose oxidase immobilized on carbon powder held in a form of a liquid suspension. The enzyme material can be replaced (the sensor recharged) without sensor disassembly. Recharging of the biosensor is achieved by injecting fresh immobilized enzyme into the sensor using a septum. Diffusion membranes made of silastic latex-rubber coatings over a microporous polycarbonate membrane are used. Calibration curves of the amperometric signal show linearity over a wide range of glucose concentrations-up to 500 mg/dL (28 mM), covering hypoglycemic, normoglycemic, and hyperglycemic conditions. Preliminary in vitro studies of the biosensor show stable performance during several recharge cycles (of 14 days each) over a period of 4 months. (c) 1994 John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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