This new meter uses Medtronic-certified wireless technology to transmit glucose readings directly to MiniMed Paradigm insulin pumps and the Guardian Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring System. This is said to make bolus dosing more accurate and easier for patients compared to the manual entry of blood glucose readings.
The OneTouch UltraLink Meter is the newest addition to the long-trusted OneTouch Meter Family and uses OneTouch Ultra Test Strips. Medtronic is actively working to provide the OneTouch UltraLink Meter to all of its customers as soon as possible, and is taking a staged product launch approach.
All new US customers who order a MiniMed Paradigm Real-Time System or Guardian Real-Time System will receive the OneTouch UltraLink Meter at no charge. The company will immediately start shipping the new meters at no charge to eligible US customers, and plans to complete this process in late 2008.