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With a continuous glucose monitor, what target range is used for 'time in range' for most people?

70 to 180 mg/dL, with many people aiming for at least 70% of readings in range.

  1. 40 to 100 mg/dL
  2. 100 to 250 mg/dL
  3. 70 to 180 mg/dL ✔

Why: Time in range is how much of the day your glucose stays between 70 and 180 mg/dL. Most people aim for at least 70% of readings in range, but your care team may set a different goal.

Huh, didn't know that: A CGM estimates your glucose every few minutes using a tiny sensor under the skin, and many can sound an alarm when you go too low or too high.

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Why did the cowboy love his CGM? It kept him at home on the range.
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Sources

  1. ADA, CGM and Time in Range https://diabetes.org/tools-support/devices-technology/cgm-time-in-range
  2. ADA, CGM and Time in Range https://diabetes.org/tools-support/devices-technology/cgm-time-in-range
  3. NIDDK, Continuous Glucose Monitoring https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/managing-diabetes/continuous-glucose-monitoring

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