Insert Sensor - Dexcom G5 Getting Started Manual

6.2 Insert Sensor

Before you begin, make sure you have alcohol wipes, a sensor, and a transmitter.
Adhesive products (Mastisol
Plunger
Applicator barrel
(Contains small
introducer needle
and sensor)
Transmitter Latch
Release Tab
Choose a site at least 3 inches from your insulin pump infusion set or injection site
and out of the way of your waistband. Avoid areas likely to be bumped, pushed, with
scarring, tattoos or irritation.
Ages 18 years or older:
Insert in the belly
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2
, Skin Tac™) are optional. Wash and dry your hands.
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Insert in the belly or the upper buttocks
Clean your skin at the sensor placement site
with an alcohol wipe.
Let dry.
If you use an optional adhesive product, place
it on the skin in a "doughnut" shape where you
will place the sensor adhesive patch. Let dry
(skin may feel slightly sticky). Insert the sensor
through the clean skin at the center of the
doughnut where it is free of adhesive.
Dexcom G5 Mobile CGM System Getting Started Guide
Safety Lock
Collar
Sensor Pod
Adhesive
Ages 2-17 years:
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