Dexcom G5 MOBILE User Manual page 8

Calibration
Continuous Glucose
Monitoring (CGM)
Contraindication
eBook
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
Glossary
A comparison or measurement between your meter's
fingerstick BG values, and the sensor's interstitial fluid glucose
readings. Although blood and interstitial fluids are similar,
glucose concentration is higher in your blood. Calibration allows
alignment between your sensor and meter readings.
When you calibrate, you take a fingerstick measurement from
your meter then enter the value into your receiver or smart
device. The system uses that value to verify that the sensor
glucose reading is on track.
A system that uses a sensor inserted under the skin to check
glucose levels in interstitial fluid. A transmitter sends sensor
glucose readings to a display device.
A safety statement outlining specific situations where the
Dexcom G5 should not be used because it may be harmful to
you. The risk of use clearly outweighs any possible benefit.
An electronic version of a printed book that can be read on
a computer or handheld device designed specifically for this
purpose.
High blood glucose. Same as "high" or high blood sugar.
Hyperglycemia is characterized by an excess of glucose in the
bloodstream.
It's important to treat hyperglycemia. If left untreated,
hyperglycemia can lead to serious complications.
The default high alert in the Dexcom G5 is set to 200 mg/dL.
Consult your healthcare professional to determine the
appropriate hyperglycemia setting for you.
Low blood glucose. Same as "low" or low blood sugar.
Hypoglycemia is characterized by a low level of glucose in the
bloodstream.
It's important to treat hypoglycemia. If left untreated,
hypoglycemia can lead to serious complications.
The default low alert in the Dexcom G5 is set to 80 mg/
dL. Consult your healthcare professional to determine the
appropriate hypoglycemia setting for you.
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