Product overview
VivaChek Bree Meter is a blood glucose monitoring meter manufactured by VivaChek Biotech (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd., designed for use with VivaChek Bree test strips.
Sourcing note: this listing's URL/catalog reference suggests a model code of "VGM11," but no source directly confirms this code is officially attached to the "Bree" name -- the same code is documented instead for a very similarly-specced VivaChek product called "Bravo," sold in a different regional market. This suggests Bree and Bravo may be the same hardware platform sold under different regional names, but this is an inference from matching specifications rather than a confirmed brand statement. Status note: Bree does not appear in VivaChek's current officially-marketed diabetes product lineup, and at least one Bangladesh retailer explicitly lists this product's status as "Discontinued" -- consistent with findings for the related Bree test strip in a prior batch, this appears to be a legacy device still sold through regional retail channels rather than an actively promoted current product. No FDA 510(k) clearance record could be confirmed specifically for this device under the "Bree" name.
Key Features
- Blood glucose meter using glucose dehydrogenase (GDH) enzyme technology and plasma-equivalent calibration, per manufacturer specifications for this product line
- Sample size approximately 0.6 microlitres of fresh whole blood, per manufacturer specifications
- Result time approximately 5 seconds, per manufacturer specifications
- Measurement range approximately 10-600 mg/dL (0.6-33.3 mmol/L), per manufacturer specifications
- Memory capacity of approximately 500 stored records, per manufacturer specifications
- Powered by a single CR2032 coin-cell battery, rated for approximately 12 months or 1,000 tests, per manufacturer specifications
- Operating conditions of approximately 5-45°C and 10-90% humidity (non-condensing), per manufacturer specifications
Who Can Use This Product
- Individuals who have been advised by a healthcare provider to self-monitor blood glucose at home
- This meter is intended for use only with its matching VivaChek Bree test strips -- do not use test strips from a different VivaChek meter platform without confirming compatibility
- Not a substitute for professional diagnosis; results should be discussed with a healthcare provider
How to Use
Follow the instructions included in the product's user manual for inserting a test strip, obtaining a blood sample, and applying the sample to the strip. Confirm you are using test strips specifically matched to this meter before testing.
Storage & Safety
Store the meter and its test strips in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Keep out of reach of children. Replace the battery as needed per the user manual. This device has not been confirmed as suitable for diagnosing or screening diabetes on its own -- consult a healthcare provider for guidance on appropriate use. Device-specific safety warnings beyond this general guidance were not located; refer to the manufacturer's included user manual for complete safety information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this meter still an actively marketed VivaChek product?
It does not appear in VivaChek's current official diabetes product lineup, and at least one retailer explicitly lists it as discontinued, suggesting this is a legacy device sold through remaining regional retail stock.
Is this the same meter platform as the VivaChek Ino?
Available evidence suggests it is a different hardware platform from Ino, based on VivaChek's use of distinct model codes across its meter range, though this was not confirmed with full certainty by an official source.
Is this device FDA-cleared?
No FDA 510(k) clearance record could be confirmed specifically for this device under the "Bree" name despite a real search effort.
What test strips does this meter use?
VivaChek Bree test strips, matched specifically to this meter.
Can this device diagnose diabetes on its own?
No, home glucose meters of this kind are for self-monitoring and are not a substitute for professional diagnosis.
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