How Does a Glucose Sensor Work?

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Blood glucose sensors operate by detecting glucose levels in the blood through a biochemical reaction. Glucose is adsorbed onto the sensor's surface, where it interacts with enzymes, typically glucose oxidase. This reaction converts glucose into gluconic acid and produces hydrogen peroxide as a byproduct. The sensor then measures the electrical signal generated from this reaction, which correlates to the concentration of glucose in the blood. The conversion of the biochemical reaction into an electric signal is crucial for providing accurate glucose readings. Users are encouraged to demonstrate their understanding or attempts to find answers before seeking help, as per forum guidelines.
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Guys, how does blood glucose sensor works?
I am particularly interested, how does glucose is adsorbed in the sensor, how does it converted into electric signal?
 
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Come on, I have just learned how it works by reading google results for "How glucose sensor works", without even following links from the search results.
 
can you then answer my particular questions?
 
physea said:
can you then answer my particular questions?

Sorry, no. Per forum rules you have to show your attempts at answering the problem. Especially if the answer is just a search away.
 
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