Dexcom G6 - Calibrating

96 Appendix I: Glossary
Dexcom G6
®
System • Using Your G6
Calibration
When you calibrate, you take a fingerstick measurement from
your meter then enter the value into your receiver or smart
device.
Calibrating your G6 is optional. Calibration may align your G6
readings with your meter values.
Continuous
Glucose
Monitoring
A sensor inserted under the skin checks glucose levels in
interstitial fluid. A transmitter sends readings to a display
device.
Contraindication
A situation where the G6 should not be used because it may be
harmful to you. The risk of use outweighs the benefit.
Default A manufacturer’s preset option for a device setting.
Follow or
Dexcom Follow
App
A Dexcom app used for monitoring another user’s glucose
information and alerts.
Follower A person who receives a Sharer’s information in Follow.
G6 Reading A BG measurement taken by the G6.
Hyperglycemia
High BG. Same as “high” or high blood sugar. Hyperglycemia is
characterized by an excess of glucose in the bloodstream.
It is important to treat hyperglycemia. If left untreated,
hyperglycemia can lead to serious complications.
The default High Alert in the G6 is set to 11.1 mmol/L. Consult
your healthcare professional to determine the appropriate
hyperglycemia setting for you.
Hypoglycemia
Low BG. Same as “low” or low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia is
characterized by a low level of glucose in the bloodstream.
It is important to treat hypoglycemia. If left untreated,
hypoglycemia can lead to serious complications.
The default Low Alert in the G6 is set to 4.4 mmol/L. Consult
your healthcare professional to determine the appropriate
hypoglycemia setting for you.