Enhanced Analyte Concentration Alert Functionality through Acceleration Data Analysis
Legal Citation
Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept enhances the accuracy and reliability of analyte concentration alerts by leveraging acceleration data to detect changes in user activity levels, adjust analyte data accordingly, and provide personalized alerts and recommendations.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent, 'Analyte concentration alert function for analyte sensor system', relies solely on analyte data to generate alerts, which may lead to false alarms or inaccurate readings due to variations in user activity levels. This inventive concept addresses this limitation by incorporating acceleration data analysis to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the user's physiological state.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises an analyte sensor, an accelerometer, and a processor. The accelerometer generates acceleration data corresponding to user movement, which is then analyzed by the processor to detect changes in user activity levels. The processor adjusts the analyte data accordingly to provide a more accurate analyte concentration reading. Additionally, the processor can analyze historical acceleration data to identify patterns of user activity and adjust the analyte data in real-time to minimize errors. The inventive concept can also be used to determine a user's sleep or wake state and adjust the analyte concentration alert threshold accordingly. Furthermore, machine learning algorithms can be employed to correlate the acceleration data with the analyte data and provide personalized alerts and recommendations for improving analyte concentration management.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce the innovative concept of using acceleration data analysis to enhance analyte concentration alert functionality, which is not present in the original patent. The inventive step lies in the integration of acceleration data with analyte data to provide a more accurate and personalized understanding of the user's physiological state.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include using different types of sensors, such as GPS or heart rate monitors, to collect additional data on user activity levels. Variations may also include integrating the inventive concept with other health monitoring systems or wearable devices to provide a more comprehensive health monitoring platform.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced analyte concentration alert functionality has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly for individuals with diabetes or other chronic conditions. The inventive concept can be integrated into wearable devices, health monitoring systems, or mobile applications, providing a competitive advantage in the market.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61B5/746 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0002 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0004 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/01 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1112 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1118 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/145 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/1459 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/14532 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/7282 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/742 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/7405 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/7455 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/0533 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/14503 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/6898 |
| A | A61 | A61B5/7203 |
| A | A61 | A61B2562/0219 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,350 |
|---|---|
| Title | Analyte concentration alert function for analyte sensor system |
| Assignee(s) | Senseonics, Incorporated |