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For many adults using a CGM, what share of time in range does the ADA set as a goal?

More than 70% of the time.

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  1. More than 70% ✔
  2. 20% to 30%
  3. 40% to 50%

Why: A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) tracks how much of the day you spend in your target range. ADA's 2026 Standards say a goal of more than 70% time in range fits many nonpregnant adults.

Huh, didn't know that: Goals are set with your care team and can differ for each person.

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Answer: More than 70%. A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) tracks how much of the day you spend in your target range. ADA's 2026 Standards say a goal of more than 70% time in range fits many nonpregnant adults.

  1. ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes 2026, Section 6: Glycemic Goals, Hypoglycemia, and Hyperglycemic Crises pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12690178
    A goal time in range of >70% in people using CGM is appropriate for many nonpregnant adults.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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