Table 1.
Main features of the evaluated devices according to their manufacturers.
| PBGM | Sample (μL) | Measurement Range (mg/dL) | Measurement Time (seconds) | Measurement Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AccuChek Aviva Nano | 0.6 | 10–600 | 5 | GDH |
| Freestyle Freedom Lite | 0.3 | 20–500 | 5 | GDH |
| Glucocard G+ meter (GT 1820) | 0.6 | 10–600 | 5.5 | GDH |
| Hemocue Glucose 201+ | 5 | 0–400 | 40–240 | GDH |
| OneTouch Ultra | 1 | 20–600 | 5 | GO |
| OneTouch VerioPro | 0.4 | 20–600 | 5 | GDH |
| OneTouch Vita | 0.4 | 20–600 | 5 | GO |
| Optium Xceed | 1.5 | 20–500 | 5 | GDH |
| Statstrip Xpress Glucose H. M. | 0.6 | 10–600 | 6 | GO |
PBGM, portable blood glucose meters; GDH, glucose dehydrogenase; GO, glucose oxidase.