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NOTE
j A minimum amount of 12 g (or equivalent BE, KE, or CC
units) is always given. If the calculated value is below
12 g, then 12 g is used.
j The carbohydrate advice is displayed in the carbohydrate
unit of measure you have selected (g, BE, KE, or CC).
Carbohydrate Advice
This calculation is made when the blood glucose result falls
below the hypo warning limit. It is based on the other values
defined for the current time block and the result is calculated as a
carbohydrate intake recommendation.
Carbohydrates = (Target Range Mean Value – Current bG)
x Insulin Sensitivity ÷ Carbohydrate Ratio
Where:
Insulin Sensitivity = Insulin ÷ ΔbG
Carbohydrate Ratio = Insulin ÷ Carbohydrates
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