User's Guide

Dexcom G6 System User Guide
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Chapter 1: Begin Your Dexcom G6 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (G6) Journey
1.4 Glossary
A1C
Blood test used to diagnose type 1 or 2 diabetes and to gauge
how well you’re managing your diabetes. A1C reflects your
average blood sugar level for the past 2 to 3 months.
Airplane Mode
A setting on a smart device where certain features are disabled to
comply with airline regulations.
Alternative Site
Testing
Using a blood sample from non-fingertip (alternate) sites such as
the palm, forearm, or upper arm for meter values.
Don’t use alternative site testing to calibrate the G6. Only use
fingerstick measurements.
Android Operating system used for smart devices.
Android Wear A type of smart watch.
App or
Application
Software installed on a smart or mobile device.
The G6 app is a display for continuous glucose monitoring.
App Store or
Play Store
Internet store for downloading applications to a smart device.
Apple Watch A smart watch for iPhone.
Blood Glucose
(BG) Meter
A medical device used to measure how much glucose is in the
blood.
Blood Glucose
(BG) Value
Blood glucose value is the amount of glucose in the blood
measured by a meter.
Bluetooth
A technology that allows devices to wirelessly communicate with
each other.
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