Dexcom G5 Mobile - Glossary

Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
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Glossary
A1C 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.
Accessories/
Accessory Devices
Wearable smart devices used with the Dexcom G5 to add
mobility to the system. An example of an accessory device is
the Apple Watch
®
.
Alternative Site Testing 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.
Only use fingerstick measurement.
App A self-contained program or piece of software designed
to fulfill a particular purpose; an application, especially as
downloaded by a user to a smart or mobile device.
The G5 Mobile app was developed as a display for continuous
glucose monitoring. It may also be referred to as the Dexcom
CGM app, or the app.
Apple Watch A specific smart watch that is compatible with iPhones only.
The Apple Watch is considered an accessory device, as it
requires an active connection with the iPhone to have full
functionality.
Also see the Accessory Device and Smart Watch entries in this
glossary.
Blood Glucose (BG)
Value
BG is an abbreviation of blood glucose. Blood glucose value is
the amount of glucose in the blood measured by a BG meter.
Blood Glucose Meter/
Meter/BG Meter
A medical device used to measure how much glucose is in the
blood.
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