Know Labs’ Non-Invasive Glucose Monitor Achieves 11.1% MARD in Latest Clinical Research Study
- Positive interim results from clinical research study on non-invasive blood glucose monitoring.
- Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) of 11.1% achieved using Know Labs' RF sensor.
- Study shows promise for future FDA-cleared continuous glucose monitoring devices.
- Impressive accuracy observed across normoglycemic and hyperglycemic ranges in participants with Type 2 diabetes.
- Know Labs to exhibit KnowU™ wearable CGM at ATTD conference and conduct large-scale clinical trials in 2024.
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Insights
The interim results from Know Labs' clinical study indicating a Mean Absolute Relative Difference (MARD) of 11.1% represent a significant development in the field of non-invasive glucose monitoring technology. The use of radiofrequency (RF) dielectric sensors paired with machine learning algorithms to measure blood glucose levels is a cutting-edge approach, potentially disrupting the current market dominated by invasive continuous glucose monitors (CGMs).
From a medical research perspective, the accuracy level achieved is noteworthy, especially considering the challenges associated with maintaining performance across different glycemic ranges. The ability of the RF sensor technology to deliver similar accuracy in both normoglycemic and hyperglycemic ranges suggests a robustness that could make it a viable option for a broader patient demographic, including those with Type 2 diabetes.
Furthermore, the inclusion of a larger dataset from a population with diabetes and prediabetes provides a more comprehensive understanding of the sensor's performance. The use of venous blood as a comparative reference enhances the credibility of the results, as it is a gold standard for glucose measurement. As the technology moves closer to FDA clearance, the potential impact on patient care and diabetes management could be substantial, offering a less invasive, potentially more patient-friendly alternative to traditional methods.
The announcement of Know Labs' promising clinical study results could have a significant impact on the company's market positioning and investor confidence. The diabetes care market is rapidly growing, with an increasing demand for innovative and user-friendly monitoring solutions. The development of a non-invasive CGM like the KnowU™ represents a potential market disruptor, appealing to a large segment of the diabetic population seeking pain-free glucose monitoring options.
Know Labs' strategy to present these findings at a major international conference and engage with the diabetes community through events like the invitation-only luncheon highlights their commitment to building brand awareness and credibility within the industry. As they progress towards FDA submission, the company's value proposition could attract partnerships, investments and ultimately, a significant share of the CGM market.
It is crucial for Know Labs to continue demonstrating the efficacy and reliability of their technology in large-scale, external clinical trials. Success in these trials could lead to rapid adoption of their product, given the existing demand for non-invasive solutions. However, investors should monitor the company's progress closely, as any setbacks in FDA approval or trial outcomes could impact market expectations and the stock's performance.
The financial implications of Know Labs' recent clinical study results are multifaceted. With a MARD of 11.1%, the company's proprietary sensor technology is approaching the level of accuracy that may satisfy FDA requirements for non-invasive glucose monitoring devices. This milestone could be a precursor to increased market capitalization and investor interest, as the company edges closer to commercialization.
However, investors should consider the costs associated with the next phases of development, including large-scale external clinical trials and potential refinements to the device and algorithms. These steps are critical to ensuring the technology's consistency and reliability in real-world settings, which will be essential for gaining market traction upon FDA clearance.
The potential revenue stream from the KnowU™ device, should it achieve market entry, is substantial given the size of the diabetic population and the shift towards non-invasive monitoring solutions. Nevertheless, the company's financial health and ability to sustain the costs of ongoing research and development, regulatory processes and market entry strategies will be crucial for long-term success.
Know Labs’ first study including participants with diabetes and venous blood as a comparative reference demonstrates its proprietary sensor’s accuracy and medical application.
Dr. Virend K. Somers of the Mayo Clinic serves as an author and co-investigator on the clinical research protocol. Dr. Somers will present the interim results of the study titled, “Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Monitoring in People with Diabetes Using an RF Sensor and Venous Blood Comparator” at the 17th International Conference on Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes (ATTD) in
“Achieving this level of accuracy in the first study using a blood reference device is truly remarkable,” said Larry Ellingson, former Chair of the Board of the American Diabetes Association, Founding Member of the Diabetes Leadership Board and current member of Know Labs’ Board of Directors. “Despite significant efforts in the development of non-invasive blood glucose monitoring solutions, delivering a highly accurate, economical, FDA-cleared non-invasive continuous glucose monitor (CGM) still remains to be seen. These results from ongoing clinical research reflect the impressive and continued stability of Know Labs' novel sensor technology and algorithms, bringing the company one step closer to delivering its FDA-cleared non-invasive CGM to the masses.”
Study Design
This is Know Labs’ first clinical research protocol involving people with diabetes and using venous blood as comparative reference. The proprietary RF sensor employed in the study measures glucose levels using dielectric spectroscopy by rapidly scanning a large range of RF frequencies and recording voltage values detected at each frequency to quantify, with trade-secret machine learning (ML) algorithms, real-time continuous blood glucose levels. The sensor continuously scanned participants' forearms during 21, three-hour sessions involving a 75g Oral Glucose Tolerance Test. Venous blood samples were collected using a peripheral intravenous catheter every five minutes and analyzed using an FDA-cleared blood glucose hospital meter as a reference device.
Data was prepossessed using smoothing techniques and an 80/20 split was performed to create model training and test datasets, respectively. Know Labs trained a Light Gradient Boosting Machine model on data consisting of 520 paired RF and reference blood glucose values, then tested on 130 held-out paired values.
Results
On the held-out test dataset, blood glucose was estimated with a MARD of 11.1 ±
In previously published studies, most of the data collected was within the normoglycemic range (70 to 180 mg/dL) and glucose values from a popular CGM were used as comparative reference. By including participants with Type 2 diabetes, this study significantly increased the number of data points outside the normoglycemic range, specifically within the hyperglycemic range (>180 mg/dL). Demonstrating similar accuracy across both ranges is an important milestone in Know Labs’ technology development roadmap. While many devices typically underperform outside the normoglycemic range, these results suggest that the novel RF sensor, paired with trade-secret ML algorithms, holds considerable promise for the non-invasive measurement of blood glucose.
Last week, Know Labs announced the KnowU™, its wearable, non-invasive CGM that incorporates the sensor the Company plans to submit to the FDA for clearance. Know Labs will exhibit the KnowU device at the ATTD Tech Fair (Booth #30) throughout the conference and during a dedicated session presentation on Thursday, March 7 from 4:30-4:40 p.m. CET. Know Labs will also sponsor an invitation-only luncheon hosted by Children With Diabetes (CWD), where prominent thought leaders in the diabetes management field will discuss the latest in non-invasive glucose monitoring innovation.
These early results are part of a larger, now completed clinical trial with up to 100 participants focused on a population with diabetes and prediabetes, conducted September 2023 through February 2024. During 2024, Know Labs will also deploy the KnowU in large-scale, external clinical trials while making refinements to the device and its algorithms. These new studies will help determine the technology’s performance throughout continuous wear, in more real-world environments, and within more expansive glycemic ranges, including the hypoglycemic range (<70 mg/dL). To stay updated on the latest results, visit www.knowlabs.co/research-and-development.
About Know Labs, Inc.
Know Labs, Inc. is a public company whose shares trade on the NYSE American Exchange under the stock symbol “KNW.” The Company’s platform technology uses spectroscopy to direct electromagnetic energy through a substance or material to capture a unique molecular signature. The technology can be integrated into a variety of wearable, mobile or bench-top form factors. This patented and patent-pending technology makes it possible to effectively identify and monitor analytes that could only previously be performed by invasive and/or expensive and time-consuming lab-based tests. The first application of the technology will be in a product marketed as a non-invasive glucose monitor. The device will provide the user with accessible and affordable real-time information on blood glucose levels. This product will require
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