ANALYTE SENSOR
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1. A method for limiting use of an analyte sensor to a predetermined time period, the method comprising:
- providing a key associated with an analyte sensor, wherein the key is configured to control an amount of time over which information is obtained from the analyte sensor.
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Abstract
The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
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1. A method for limiting use of an analyte sensor to a predetermined time period, the method comprising:
providing a key associated with an analyte sensor, wherein the key is configured to control an amount of time over which information is obtained from the analyte sensor. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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11. A method for distributing and controlling use of implantable sensor systems comprising reusable and disposable parts, the method comprising:
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providing a single-use device associated with the sensor system, wherein the single-use device is configured to be inserted into a host'"'"'s tissue; providing a key associated with the single-use device; and providing a reusable device associated with a sensor system, wherein the reusable device is configured to provide sensor information responsive to receipt of the key. - View Dependent Claims (12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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