Dexcom G5 User Manual page 8

Calibration
Continuous
Glucose Monitor
(CGM)
Contraindication
Hyperglycemia
Hypoglycemia
Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
Glossary
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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 G5 Mobile
should not be used because it may be harmful to you. The risk of
use clearly outweighs any possible benefit.
High BG. 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 Glucose Alert in the G5 Mobile is set to 200 mg/dL.
Consult your healthcare professional to determine the appropriate
hyperglycemia setting for you.
Low BG. 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 Glucose Alert in the G5 Mobile is set to 80 mg/dL.
Consult your healthcare professional to determine the appropriate
hypoglycemia setting for you.
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