{"title":"Glucose Monitors","description":"\u003cp\u003eVectr Medical supplies TGA approved glucose monitoring equipment for people managing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in Australia, sold and supported by NATA certified biomedical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your monitoring type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blood-glucose-monitors\"\u003eBlood Glucose Monitors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — finger prick testing, a result in seconds, no wearable sensor. The Sinocare Safe AQ Pro I offers no coding, a wide haematocrit range, and a built in ketone warning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/continuous-glucose-monitors\"\u003eContinuous Glucose Monitors (CGM)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a small sensor worn on the skin reads glucose automatically, day and night, no routine finger pricks. The iCan i6 runs 15 days per sensor, factory calibrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which is right for you? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/blood-glucose-monitor-vs-cgm-australia-guide\"\u003eguide to blood glucose monitors vs CGM\u003c\/a\u003e, or our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/glucose-monitor-comparison-sinocare-vs-libre-dexcom-australia\"\u003ehonest comparison against Freestyle Libre and Dexcom\u003c\/a\u003e, including how NDSS subsidy eligibility changes the pricing picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNDIS participant or plan manager? Read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/ndis-ndss-cgm-glucose-monitor-funding-australia\"\u003ehow CGM funding actually works under NDIS vs NDSS\u003c\/a\u003e before purchasing. Every order comes with a compliant tax invoice suitable for plan managers or self-managed submission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGlucose targets and monitoring frequency are clinical decisions. Always follow the plan set by your doctor or credentialled diabetes educator.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ican-i6-continuous-glucose-monitor","title":"iCan i6 Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping Australia-wide on all iCan i6 sensors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iCan i6 is a real time continuous glucose monitor that reads your glucose every 3 minutes for up to 15 days on a single sensor, no finger pricks required after setup. Factory calibrated, all in one applicator, and built on Sinocare's third generation direct electron transfer sensor technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small sensor filament sits just under the skin on the abdomen or arm. It measures glucose in the interstitial fluid and sends a reading to your phone or the standalone iCan view reader every 3 minutes over Bluetooth. No calibration finger pricks are needed, the sensor is factory calibrated before it leaves the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable age: 2 years and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring time: 15 days per sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring site: abdomen (age 2 and up) or back of the upper arm (age 13 and up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest range: 2 to 25 mmol\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer method: real time Bluetooth, every 3 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration: factory calibrated, no finger prick calibration needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor shelf life: 15 months from manufacture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm up time: 2 hours (120 minutes) after insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall accuracy (MARD): 8.71%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater resistance: IP28, resistant to 2 metres for up to 2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor weight: approximately 2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor dimensions: 23mm x 3.95mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData receiving device: mobile app or the standalone iCan view reader\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe i6 uses a third generation glucose dehydrogenase (GDH) sensor with direct electron transfer. Sinocare's clinical data across 1,668 matched pairs shows an overall MARD of 8.71%, with 93.65% of readings falling within 20% of reference lab values. Results by site: 8.71% MARD on adult abdomen, 9.4% on adult arm, 8.89% on paediatric abdomen (ages 2 to 17), and 8.6% on paediatric arm (ages 13 to 17).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensor has also been independently tested for resistance to interference from common everyday substances, such as vitamin C, which can affect readings on some older sensor designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWearing the sensor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe i6 uses an all in one applicator, there's no separate loading step. Remove the cap, press the applicator against the chosen site, and the sensor inserts and adheres in one motion. Warm up is 2 hours. An additional reinforcement patch can be applied around the edge for extra hold, useful for active wear, sport, or hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eData and sharing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlucose data streams to a smartphone app in real time, with alerts, trend graphs, and event logging. For anyone who prefers not to rely on a phone, the iCan view reader receives the same real time data over Bluetooth and can also sync to family members or carers so they can follow readings from another location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe i6 is approved for use from age 2, making it suitable for children as well as adults. Children aged 2 to 12 wear the sensor on the abdomen; from age 13 the back of the upper arm can also be used. Because it needs no finger prick calibration, it suits anyone who wants a lower maintenance monitoring routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a medical device that measures glucose. It does not treat any condition. Glucose targets and monitoring frequency should be set with your doctor or credentialled diabetes educator. If a reading doesn't match how you feel, confirm it with a finger prick test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCGM readings measure interstitial fluid rather than blood, so there is a short lag between a change in blood glucose and the sensor picking it up. This is normal for all CGM technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways read the label and follow the directions for use. TGA approved for supply in Australia, ARTG 515190. Supplied by Vectr Medical, supported by NATA certified biomedical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinocare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52118445850945,"sku":"ICAN-CGM-I6","price":79.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1550\/3937\/files\/588ebd8d-997b-412d-985e-3377adc86d19.jpg?v=1787799719"},{"product_id":"sinocare-safe-aq-pro-i-blood-glucose-meter","title":"Sinocare Safe AQ Pro I Blood Glucose Meter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sinocare Safe AQ Pro I is a blood glucose meter built for accuracy across a wide range of users, with no coding, a wide haematocrit range, and a built in ketone warning. Result in 5 seconds from a small capillary or venous sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo coding required, insert strip and test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResult time: 5 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory: 500 results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide haematocrit (HCT) range: 10% to 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKetone warning alert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor measurement of capillary and venous glucose concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay units: mmol\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCE marked (CE 0123)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNo coding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert the test strip and the meter is ready, no manual code entry against the strip vial. Meters that require manual coding carry a real error risk, mismatched or forgotten codes are a documented cause of inaccurate readings. Removing that step removes that error entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWide haematocrit range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaematocrit, the proportion of blood made up of red blood cells, affects how accurately some glucose meters read. Many consumer meters are only validated across the haematocrit range of a typical healthy adult. The Safe AQ Pro I is rated across 10% to 70% HCT, a wide range that covers groups who commonly sit outside typical adult haematocrit, including young children, pregnant women, and elderly people. This matters for aged care and paediatric use in particular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKetone warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe meter shows a ketone warning when a glucose reading is 13.9 mmol\/L or above, as a prompt to check ketones. It does not replace direct ketone testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCapillary and venous sampling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValidated for both capillary (finger prick) and venous blood samples, giving flexibility for home use as well as clinical or carer administered testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA straightforward, accurate meter for people who monitor their glucose at home with finger prick testing. The wide HCT range makes it a particularly good fit for aged care settings, paediatric use above the newborn stage, and anyone whose blood concentration may sit outside the typical adult range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you'll need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe meter uses \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinocare-safe-aq-pro-i-blood-glucose-test-strips-50\"\u003eSafe AQ Pro I test strips\u003c\/a\u003e and a lancing device with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sinodraw-soft-twist-lancets-28g-50-pack\"\u003eSinodraw lancets\u003c\/a\u003e or another compatible lancet for each test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis device is for in vitro diagnostic use only, as an aid in monitoring glucose. It is not intended for the diagnosis of, or screening for, diabetes, and it is not intended for use on neonates. Glucose targets and monitoring frequency should be set with your doctor or credentialled diabetes educator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways read the label and follow the directions for use. TGA approved for supply in Australia, ARTG entry 431530. Supplied by Vectr Medical, supported by NATA certified biomedical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinocare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52119301718337,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1550\/3937\/files\/23b367d9-99bf-475a-abe4-6cf1f0f507e9_1.jpg?v=1787797747"},{"product_id":"sinocare-safe-aq-pro-i-blood-glucose-test-strips-50","title":"Sinocare Safe AQ Pro I Blood Glucose Test Strips (50 Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSinocare Safe AQ Pro I blood glucose test strips, box of 50 strips (2 vials of 25 each). Compatible with the Safe AQ Pro I meter. No coding required, insert and test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible device: Sinocare Safe AQ Pro I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 50 strips per box (2 vials of 25)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo coding required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor capillary and venous glucose measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample size and result time matched to the Safe AQ Pro I meter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore strips in the sealed vial between 5 to 30 degrees Celsius. Once a vial is opened, use the remaining strips within the timeframe stated on the vial label, typically around 6 months, and always check the strip expiry date before testing. Heat and humidity degrade the enzyme on the strip, so keep vials out of hot cars and away from bathrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting an accurate reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrip handling is one of the most common causes of inaccurate glucose readings. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/how-to-use-blood-glucose-meter-accurate-reading-australia\"\u003eguide to using a blood glucose meter\u003c\/a\u003e covers strip storage, technique, and how to check your meter and strips are working correctly together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only with a compatible Safe AQ Pro I meter. Test strips are single use, do not reuse. This is an in vitro diagnostic device for monitoring an existing diabetes management plan, not for the diagnosis or screening of diabetes. Glucose targets and monitoring frequency are clinical decisions, always follow the plan set by your doctor or credentialled diabetes educator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTGA approved for supply in Australia, ARTG entry 431530. Supplied by Vectr Medical, supported by NATA certified biomedical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinocare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52138153673025,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1550\/3937\/files\/48ee86f7-9540-4f23-8c95-0ec1568dedd5.jpg?v=1787804231"},{"product_id":"sinodraw-soft-twist-lancets-28g-50-pack","title":"Sinodraw Soft Twist Lancets 28G (50 Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSinodraw Soft Twist Lancets, 28 gauge, box of 50. Single use sterile lancets for capillary blood sampling with the Safe AQ Pro I meter or most other lancing devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGauge: 28G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 50 sterile lancets per box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits most standard lancing devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy single use matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLancets are designed to be used once. A reused lancet is blunted, which tears the skin rather than piercing it cleanly. That means more pain, faster callus formation on the fingertips, and a higher infection risk. Callused fingers then need deeper lancet settings to draw blood, which makes testing progressively more uncomfortable over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news-1\/how-to-use-blood-glucose-meter-accurate-reading-australia\"\u003eguide to using a blood glucose meter\u003c\/a\u003e covers lancing technique, including depth settings, why the side of the fingertip hurts less than the pad, and how to rotate sites properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLancets are single use and sterile until the seal is broken. Do not reuse. Dispose of used lancets in an appropriate sharps container, not household waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied by Vectr Medical, supported by NATA certified biomedical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinocare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52138155016513,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1550\/3937\/files\/4daa7369-3757-42dc-9823-7935ff498aab.jpg?v=1787803895"},{"product_id":"ican-i6-continuous-glucose-monitor-cgm-2-pack","title":"iCan i6 Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) — 2-Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSale until Friday 23 October: two iCan i6 sensors for $135 (normally $149). That's 30 days of continuous glucose monitoring with free shipping Australia-wide, at $67.50 per sensor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iCan i6 is a real time continuous glucose monitor that reads your glucose every 3 minutes for up to 15 days on a single sensor, no finger pricks required after setup. Factory calibrated, all in one applicator, and built on Sinocare's third generation direct electron transfer sensor technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e2 × iCan i6 sensors, each with its own all-in-one applicator\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable age: 2 years and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring time: 15 days per sensor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitoring site: abdomen (age 2 and up) or back of the upper arm (age 13 and up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest range: 2 to 25 mmol\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer method: real time Bluetooth, every 3 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration: factory calibrated, no finger prick calibration needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensor shelf life: 15 months from manufacture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm up time: 2 hours (120 minutes) after insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall accuracy (MARD): 8.71%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater resistance: IP28, resistant to 2 metres for up to 2 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData receiving device: mobile app or the standalone iCan view reader\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a medical device that measures glucose. It does not treat any condition. Glucose targets and monitoring frequency should be set with your doctor or credentialled diabetes educator. If a reading doesn't match how you feel, confirm it with a finger prick test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways read the label and follow the directions for use. TGA approved for supply in Australia, ARTG 515190. Supplied by Vectr Medical, supported by NATA certified biomedical engineers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinocare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67885777977665,"sku":"ICAN-CGM-I6-2PK","price":135.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1550\/3937\/files\/588ebd8d-997b-412d-985e-3377adc86d19.jpg?v=1787799719"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/1550\/3937\/collections\/f554148f-185d-481f-afa7-2b5b14fef797.jpg?v=1787803074","url":"https:\/\/vectrmedical.com.au\/collections\/glucose-monitors.oembed","provider":"Vectr Medical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}