Diabetes management made simple with Isaac's new tech

Unveiled at CES 2025, a new non-invasive blood glucose monitoring device, Isaac by PreEvnt, aims to revolutionize diabetes management with real-time alerts via breath analysis.

At CES 2025, PreEvnt, a subsidiary of Scosche Industries, unveiled Isaac, an innovative device designed to monitor blood glucose levels without finger pricks. The small device, clip-on or lanyard-friendly, combines advanced sensors with a user-friendly app for convenient and less invasive diabetes management.

Isaac the Monitor

Isaac is suitable for individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, or those wanting to monitor their metabolic health. Using patented technology from Nanoz, the device detects acetone, a volatile organic compound in breath, to measure glucose levels.

A round, white, handheld electronic device with a circular metallic face, perforated design, and a small green indicator light at the bottom edge.

Isaac provides real-time feedback to its users. Image credit: Scosche

Like service dogs trained to detect glycemic episodes, Isaac provides real-time feedback to its users.

A companion app, available for iOS and Android, enables tracking and sharing blood glucose reports with caregivers or medical professionals. Alerts and notifications are customizable, empowering users to take timely action. The rechargeable device lasts a full day on a single charge, making it ideal for multiple daily tests.

The development of Isaac stems from a personal story. Inspired by the challenges faced by the inventor's grandson, diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age two, the device seeks to reduce dependence on traditional, often painful glucose monitoring methods.

For many, traditional finger-prick methods are cumbersome and painful, leading to inconsistent monitoring. Isaac could bridge the gap, offering an accessible alternative supported by five years of rigorous research in collaboration with Indiana University.

Silver and black electronic device with a circular screen displaying dots and numbers, mounted on a white stand with a connected cable.

The development of Isaac stems from a personal story. Image credit: Scosche

However, the product is still under FDA review, so isn't yet available for sale in the United States. The FDA's scrutiny ensures that the device meets stringent safety and efficacy standards, which could bolster consumer confidence upon release.

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ssfe11 1 Year · 108 comments

About 1 day ago

If this is legit then this is a HUGE game changer.

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WilliamM 7 Years · 25 comments

About 1 day ago

ssfe11 said:

If this is legit then this is a HUGE game changer.

No it's not. There are already continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) which provide the same information without any action on the part of the patient. Unfortunately those require the presence of a sensor on the patient's body and the sensors are expensive. The difficulty with this device is that a patient with low blood sugar may not be sufficiently aware of what is happening to do the test. The same might be true of high blood sugar but in my experience that just makes me very angry. I have had type 1 diabetes for 60 years and consider the currently available CGMs a huge advance on finger pricking which was also a huge advance on what was available before them (nothing). Having to stop and blow into a device to get a reading is a bit of a backward step. I'm not going to do that while driving a car through a busy city but the current CGMs would shout at me if my blood sugar got too low.

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beowulfschmidt 13 Years · 2368 comments

About 10 hours ago

WilliamM said:

ssfe11 said:

If this is legit then this is a HUGE game changer.

No it's not. There are already continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) which provide the same information without any action on the part of the patient. Unfortunately those require the presence of a sensor on the patient's body and the sensors are expensive. The difficulty with this device is that a patient with low blood sugar may not be sufficiently aware of what is happening to do the test. The same might be true of high blood sugar but in my experience that just makes me very angry. I have had type 1 diabetes for 60 years and consider the currently available CGMs a huge advance on finger pricking which was also a huge advance on what was available before them (nothing). Having to stop and blow into a device to get a reading is a bit of a backward step. I'm not going to do that while driving a car through a busy city but the current CGMs would shout at me if my blood sugar got too low.

The fact that it's not a good option for you doesn't mean it's not a good option for anyone.

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