Glossary - Dexcom G5 User Manual

Glossary

A1C
Accessory Device
(Accessory)
Alternative Site
Testing
App
Blood Glucose (BG)
Value
Blood Glucose
Meter/Meter/BG
Meter
Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
Glossary
Blood test used to diagnose type 1 or 2 diabetes and to gauge
how well you're managing your diabetes. The A1C test result
reflects your average blood sugar level for the past two to
three months.
A device meant to connect to a smart device, to add or extend
features. For example, a smart watch or headphones.
Using a blood sample from non-fingertip (alternative) sites such as
the palm, forearm or upper arm for meter readings.
Do not use alternative site testing to calibrate the Dexcom
G5 Mobile CGM System (G5 Mobile). Only use fingerstick
®
measurement.
A software application on a smart device.
The G5 Mobile app was developed as a display for continuous
glucose monitoring.
An abbreviation of blood glucose. Blood glucose (BG) value is the
amount of glucose in the blood measured by a BG meter.
A medical device used to measure how much glucose is in the
blood.
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