Glossary
A1C Blood test used to diagnose type 1 or type 2 diabetes and to gauge
how well you're managing your diabetes. A1C reflects your average
blood glucose level for the past 2 to 3months.
Alternative Site
Testing
Testing a blood sample from non-fingertip (alternate) sites for BG
meter values. Only use fingertip tests to calibrate G7.
Blood Glucose (BG)
Meter
A medical device used to measure how much glucose is in the blood.
Blood Glucose (BG)
Meter Value
The amount of glucose in the blood measured by a BG meter.
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