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Partner product · Abbott
Abbott Lingo Biosensor, 2-Week Plan
Abbott's 14-day glucose biosensor and app. See how your own body responds to what you eat, minute by minute.
$54.00
$54.001 biosensor · 14 days
14Days per biosensor
60Minutes to first data
3 ftWater-resistant, 30 min
18+Adults not on insulin
Ships directly from AbbottFull Lingo app access includedWorks with iPhone and AndroidFor adults 18+ not on insulin
14 days
Continuous glucose data · one biosensor
A small biosensor on the back of your upper arm reads your glucose every minute and sends it to the Lingo app. No fingersticks, nothing to charge.
From your order to your first reading
We send your order to Abbott. Abbott ships your biosensor and emails you directly.
- Ships from Abbott
- iPhone and Android
- Nothing to charge
- 14 days per biosensor
Download the app
Search for Lingo on the App Store or Google Play, or scan the QR code inside the box.
Apply your biosensor
Attach the biosensor to the back of your upper arm and pair it with the app. Your data appears in about 60 minutes.
Log and learn
Log meals by photo or search, try different foods and see the effect on your glucose in real time. The app sends you a weekly report.
Join a live info session
Abbott runs a free 30-minute live session with one of its nutritionists on how to use Lingo.
Full description
Lingo is Abbott's continuous glucose monitor for adults who want to see how their own body responds to what they eat and how they live. One small biosensor on the back of your upper arm reads your glucose minute by minute for up to 14 days and sends it to the Lingo app on your phone.
The 2-week plan includes one Lingo biosensor and full access to the Lingo app for iPhone and Android. Your data appears about 60 minutes after you pair the biosensor. Log meals by photo or search, try the app's glucose challenges, and get a weekly report on what you learned.
How your order works. Blood Sugar Friendly is an approved Lingo reseller. When you order, we send your name, email, phone number and shipping address to Abbott. Abbott ships your biosensor and emails you directly with tracking and setup.
Important. The Lingo Glucose System is intended for users 18 years and older not on insulin. It is NOT intended for diagnosis of diseases, including diabetes. Lingo data should not be used to take medical action without consulting a healthcare professional. The Lingo program does not guarantee that everyone will achieve the same results as individual responses may vary. Consult your healthcare professional before making changes to your diet or exercise regime. Each biosensor is labeled for 14 days; in a study, 77.1% of biosensors lasted the full 14 days. Product images are representative only.
What's in the box
- One Lingo biosensor, labeled for 14 days
- The applicator
- Instructions for downloading the Lingo app
Biosensor specs
Each biosensor is labeled for up to 14 days and does not need charging. It is water-resistant to 3 feet for 30 minutes, with an operating temperature of 50°F to 113°F, so you can swim, sweat or shower while wearing it.
In a study of biosensor life, 77.1% of biosensors lasted the full 14 days. About 22.9% may not last the full 14 days, and 14.7% may last less than 11 days.
Important safety information
The Lingo Glucose System is intended for users 18 years and older not on insulin. It is NOT intended for diagnosis of diseases, including diabetes.
Lingo data should not be used to take medical action without consulting a healthcare professional. The Lingo program does not guarantee that everyone will achieve the same results as individual responses may vary. Consult your healthcare professional before making changes to your diet or exercise regime.
Lingo is a product of Abbott. Blood Sugar Friendly is an approved Lingo reseller. Product images are representative only.
Questions & answers
Lingo, answered
Who is Lingo for?
Lingo is for adults 18 and older who are not on insulin. It is not intended for diagnosis of diseases, including diabetes, and its data should not be used to take medical action without consulting a healthcare professional.
How does ordering Lingo from Blood Sugar Friendly work?
Blood Sugar Friendly is an approved Lingo reseller. When you order, we send your name, email, phone number and shipping address to Abbott. Abbott ships your biosensor and emails you directly.
Is this a subscription?
No. The 2-week plan is a one-time purchase of one biosensor. Order again whenever you want another.
Does applying a biosensor hurt?
Most people say no. In an Abbott survey, 91.6% of users (n=119) agreed that applying the biosensor was painless (data on file at Abbott).
How long does a biosensor last?
Each biosensor is labeled for up to 14 days and never needs charging. In a study, 77.1% of biosensors lasted the full 14 days; 14.7% may last less than 11 days.
Can I swim or shower with it?
Yes. The biosensor is water-resistant to 3 feet for 30 minutes and works from 50°F to 113°F.
Which phones work with the Lingo app?
The Lingo app works with iPhone and Android. Apple Watch, iPad and other tablets aren’t supported yet.
Does Lingo connect to other health apps?
Yes. Lingo works with Apple Health and Health Connect, so your workouts can log in Lingo automatically and your glucose data can show in those apps.
