User's Guide

Dexcom G6 System User Guide
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Chapter 1: Begin Your Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (G6) Journey
Calibration
Calibration is a comparison or measurement between your meter
fingerstick BG values, and the sensor interstitial fluid glucose
readings. Although blood and interstitial fluids are similar, glucose
concentrations may differ. Calibration allows alignment between
your G6 readings and meter values.
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.
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 safety statement outlining specific situations where the G6
shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to you. The risk of
use clearly outweighs any possible 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.
Hyperglycemia
High BG. Same as “high” or high blood sugar. Hyperglycemia is
characterized by an excess of glucose in the bloodstream.
It’s important to treat hyperglycemia. If left untreated,
hyperglycemia can lead to serious complications.
The default High Alert in the G6 is set to 200 mg/dL. Consult
your HCP (healthcare professional) to determine the appropriate
hyperglycemia setting for you.
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