US FDA approves Bayer's blood glucose meter Contour USB

Bayer Diabetes Care announced US Food & Drug Administration clearance to market the Contour USB blood glucose meter. Bayer's Contour USB meter is the first and only blood glucose monitor that plugs directly into a computer providing users with instant access to information that can help optimize diabetes management. The Contour USB meter is integrated with Glucofacts Deluxe software for easy retrieval of data as well as longer-term tracking and analysis of blood glucose test results.

Bayer's Contour USB meter is a cutting edge, premium meter that connects directly to a PC or MAC and the meter can store up to 2,000 test results. The built-in USB technology allows patients to simply plug in to gain knowledge about trends and patterns in their blood glucose levels.

Ongoing data tracking and accurate information sharing are key to good diabetes management. The Contour USB meter facilitates data organization and management - transforming results into meaningful insights that healthcare professionals and their patients can readily discuss.