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CHAPTER 17: TRAVEL INFORMATION
It is safe for you to go through the metal detector or be “handwanded”
while wearing your Dexcom sensor and transmitter. If you’re concerned
or uncomfortable about going through the walk-through metal detector,
the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) states that you should
notifytheSecurityOfcethatyou’rewearingacontinuousglucose
monitor and would like a full-body pat-down and a visual inspection of
yourDexcomSensorandTransmitterinstead.AdvisetheSecurityOfce
that the sensor cannot be removed because it is inserted under the skin.
Instead of putting your Dexcom G4 PLATINUM System through the
x-ray,requestthattheTSAofcerperformavisualinspection.This
must be requested before the screening process begins. Your Dexcom
G4 PLATINUM System components that are not attached to your body
(e.g., receiver, extra sensors) should be ready in a separate bag when
youapproachtheSecurityOfcer.Forothermedicalsupplies,suchas
medications, meters and strips, check the manufacturer’s instructions or
the TSA website.
Youmaykeepthereceiveronbeforetake-off,whileinightandafter
landing. The Dexcom G4 PLATINUM Continuous Glucose Monitoring
System is safe for use on U.S. commercial airlines. The Dexcom G4
PLATINUM Transmitter is an M-PED with emission levels that meet
RTCA/DO160, Section 21, Category M. Per FAA Advisory, Circular #91-
21, 1B, dated 8/25/06. Any M-PED that meets this standard in all modes
may be used onboard the aircraft without any further testing by the
operator. This device can withstand exposure to common electrostatic
(ESD) and electromagnetic interference (EMI).
Visit the TSA’s website if you have any questions or concerns.
www.tsa.gov
E-mail: TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov
Phone: Call 1.866.289.9673