Dexcom G5 - Glossary

Glossary
Dexcom G5 Mobile System User Guide
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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.
Accessory Device
(Accessory)
A device meant to connect to a smart device, to add or extend
features. For example, a smart watch or headphones.
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
®
Mobile CGM System (G5 Mobile). Only use fingerstick
measurement.
App A software application on a smart device.
The G5 Mobile app was developed as a display for continuous
glucose monitoring.
Blood Glucose (BG)
Value
An abbreviation of blood glucose. Blood glucose (BG) 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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