Glucose monitoring in neonates: need for accurate and non-invasive methods

Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2014 Mar;99(2):F153-7. doi: 10.1136/archdischild-2013-304682. Epub 2013 Sep 24.

Abstract

Neonatal hypoglycaemia can lead to devastating consequences. Thus, constant, accurate and safe glucose monitoring is imperative in neonatal care. However, point-of-care (POC) devices for glucose testing currently used for neonates were originally designed for adults and do not address issues specific to neonates. This review will address currently available monitoring options and describe new methodologies for non-invasive glucose monitoring in newborns.

Keywords: Glucose Binding Protein; Neonatal Hypoglycemia; Neonate; Non-Invasive Monitoring.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Blood Glucose / analysis*
  • Diagnostic Equipment / standards*
  • Diagnostic Equipment / trends
  • Humans
  • Hypoglycemia / diagnosis*
  • Hypoglycemia / prevention & control
  • Infant, Newborn / blood*
  • Point-of-Care Systems*
  • Reproducibility of Results

Substances

  • Blood Glucose