Table 3.
Nonaccuracy Attributes of the G5, G6, and G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems.
| System | G5 | G6 | G7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardware and software attributes | |||
| Integrated sensor/transmitter | No | No | Yes |
| Skin contact area (cm2) | 26.1 | 24.4 | 9.7 |
| Transmitter and base thickness (mm) | 13.0 | 8.3 | 4.7 |
| Predictive hypoglycemia alert | No | Yes | Yes |
| Usability attributes | |||
| Tasks for insertion (n) | 17 | 13 | 6 |
| Warm-up interval (min) | 120 | 120 | 27 |
| Working life (days) | 7 | 10 | 10.5 |
| Calibrations | Every 12 hours | Optional | Optional |
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