Fuente: Wipo "Sensorization" An analyte measurement device including an analyte sensor configured to measure an analyte level, the analyte sensor including a tail portion for subcutaneous placement, the tail portion having an analyte-responsive enzyme disposed thereon; an applicator for delivery of the analyte sensor, the applicator having a housing defining a hermetically-sealed chamber, the tail portion disposed within the chamber prior to subcutaneous placement; and a scavenger material disposed within the chamber, the scavenger material comprising at least one of activated carbon, molecular sieve, and silica gel and configured to adsorb at least one substance within the chamber. A method of packaging an analyte sensor is also disclosed.