Patent ID: 7850674
Filing Date: 2010-12-14
Classification: A61B,G01N

Abstract:
1. A method of measuring the glucose level of a diabetic using a modular glucose measuring module and insulin pump combination comprising: (a) attaching a glucose measuring module without a display to an insulin pump housing using a mechanical clasp comprising a quick attach and release mechanism, the attaching including engaging a lip of the quick attach and release mechanism with a lip-engaging portion of the pump housing to align the insulin pump housing with the glucose measuring module; (b) inserting a glucose test strip in the module; (c) contacting the glucose test strip to a blood sample; (d) determining data relating to a glucose value based on said sample using a microprocessor in the module; (e) transmitting said data wirelessly from said module to said insulin pump and converting said data to a glucose value using a microprocessor in said pump; (f) displaying said glucose value on a display on said pump; and (g) detaching the clasp and module from the pump housing.