Enzyme Chemistries Revolutionize [Diabetic Test Strips](/sell-diabetic-supplies)
Diabetic test strips just got a major upgrade! Enzyme chemistries are leading the charge.
The Old Guard: Glucose Oxidase (GOx)
GOx was the first standard, but it had a fatal flaw: the Oxygen Effect. This meant varying blood oxygen levels could skew results.
The New Players: Glucose Dehydrogenase (GDH)
The industry shifted to GDH to solve this problem. Early GDH-PQQ had a deadly flaw: it reacted with maltose, causing false highs and insulin overdoses.
The Game-Changers: GDH-FAD and GDH-NAD
Modern test strips use GDH-FAD and GDH-NAD, offering two major advantages: oxygen independence and maltose immunity. These new enzyme chemistries have transformed diabetic test strips, making them more accurate and safer for patients.
References
- FDA Public Health Notification: Potentially Fatal Errors with GDH-PQQ Glucose Monitoring TechnologySource