The number of over-the-counter blood glucose monitors authorized for market in the US just doubled with the 29 May clearance of Abbott’s Lingo.
Abbott’s Lingo Becomes Second FDA-Cleared OTC Blood Glucose Monitor
The FDA has given the green light to over-the-counter sales of Abbott’s Lingo blood glucose monitoring device, which is intended for use by healthy people who want to track the crucial biomarker.

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