A novel approach to non-invasive blood glucose measurement based on RF transmission

Abstract

A new approach to non-invasive blood parameter measuring is presented, which consists of two matched antennas for transmission based two port measurements. The current situation of patients suffering from diabetes mellitus and their need for novel blood sugar level measuring techniques is presented. Dielectric properties of body tissues are reviewed and their influence on transmission properties are estimated for plane wave propagation. A covered patch antenna and substrate integrated waveguide slot antenna has been designed, measured and compromised for glucose-concentration measurements. Further, several test locations are discussed with respect to an accurate measurement. The introduced antennas were optimized and fabricated with respect to the dielectric and mounting properties of human tissues.