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Measurements of insulin quantities in a syringe are performed capacitively in an integrated insulin dose recorder/blood glucose meter. The syringe is placed in a holder before and after the administration of the dose. Capacitor electrodes may be situated within the syringe and/or outside the syringe

Measurements of insulin quantities in a syringe are performed capacitively in an integrated insulin dose recorder/blood glucose meter. The syringe is placed in a holder before and after the administration of the dose. Capacitor electrodes may be situated within the syringe and/or outside the syringe in various geometries. Liquid quantities in the syringe are determined by comparing capacitive response patterns of the syringe with calibration data stored in the device. Dose histories are downloaded to a patient computer for transfer to a clinician's computer. Standard or customized syringes may be used.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An apparatus for capacitively measuring and electronically recording a dose from a syringe, comprising:a) a holder for receiving and holding said syringe in a measurement position;b) at least one capacitor electrode positioned on said holder such that a capacitive respons

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An apparatus for capacitively measuring and electronically recording a dose from a syringe, comprising:a) a holder for receiving and holding said syringe in a measurement position;b) at least one capacitor electrode positioned on said holder such that a capacitive response generated through said electrode is indicative of said dose when said syringe is in said measurement position;c) a measuring device in communication with said capacitive element, for measuring said capacitive response; andd) a recording device in communication with said measuring device, for recording a dose datum indicative of said capacitive response, whereby said dose datum is indicative of said dose.