User`s guide

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GLOSSARY (continued from page before)
System
Reading
A sensor glucose reading shown on your receiver. This reading
is in mg/dL units and is updated every 5 minutes.
Transmitter The Dexcom G4 PLATINUM System part that snaps into
the sensor pod and wirelessly sends glucose information to
your receiver.
Transmitter ID A series of numbers and/or letters that you enter into your
receiver to let it communicate with the transmitter.
Transmitter
Latch
The small, disposable piece that snaps the transmitter into the
sensor pod. It is removed after the transmitter is snapped in.
Trend (Rate
of Change)
Arrows
Arrows on trend graphs that show how fast your glucose levels
are changing. There are 7 different arrows that show when
your glucose speed and direction change.