Scientists developing needle-free way to measure glucose

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are developing a way to measure blood sugar without finger pricking.

The method, which is in the early stages of testing, is non-invasive and uses light instead of needles.

Here’s what to know.

Currently, many people with diabetes use finger-prick blood glucose checks to measure their blood sugar level.

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This process requires an individual to prick their fingertip to draw a drop of blood for testing.

The MIT-developed technology uses near-infrared beams to scan the skin and analyse how the light scatters, which gives clues about glucose levels.

Early tests show the readings are close to what current monitors deliver.

The technology is still in its early stages.

Clinical trials are now underway to test its performance.

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