Sensor usage
Interstitial fluid (ISF) glucose readings, obtained through CGM devices, measure glucose levels in the fluid surrounding cells and tissues. Blood glucose meter (BGM) readings measure the concentration of glucose in the bloodstream. There is a 5 to 10 minute delay in ISF glucose response to changes in blood glucose, so CGM sensor glucose and fingerstick BGM measurements taken at the same time won't always match.
Fingerstick tests are required if your glucose alarms and readings do not match your symptoms or expectations.
If you have a medical appointment that involves strong magnetic or electromagnetic radiation, such as an X-ray, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) or CT (Computed Tomography) scan, we recommend removing the CGM sensor you are wearing before the scan and applying a new SIBIONICS sensor afterwards.
The CGM sensor is waterproof and can be worn while bathing, showering, swimming or exercising. However, the sensor must not be submerged deeper than 1 meter (3.3 ft) of water or kept underwater for longer than 30 minutes.
The SIBIONICS GS1 sensor applicator uses a dual-spring design that lets you insert the sensor quickly and easily. According to SIBIONICS lab testing, insertion is completed within about 0.1 seconds. Many users report that inserting a CGM sensor did not cause noticeable pain.
For the best glucose monitoring experience, we recommend wearing it on the back of your upper arm (the fatty part of the arm).
As long as the sensor is applied vertically, you're good to go. The round hole can face either up or down; it will not affect accuracy.
Yes. The sensor must be applied to your arm before you can connect it to the SIBIONICS app on your smartphone.
Yes. The SIBIONICS GS1 CGM system received EU MDR CE certification in 2023.
The SIBIONICS GS1 CGM is approved for diabetes management in users aged 3 years and older.
No. The GS1 sends data to your phone continuously over Bluetooth. To make sure the SIBIONICS app receives new readings every 5 minutes, keep your phone's Bluetooth on and keep your phone within 20 feet (6 m) of your sensor.
An overpatch is not mandatory, but it is advisable, as it helps keep your GS1 sensor securely in place for longer. The overpatch can be removed and/or replaced during the 14-day sensor wear period without detaching the sensor or affecting how it works.
App usage
If you're wearing your first SIBIONICS CGM, you can generate your AGP Report after wearing the sensor for 7 consecutive days (7 × 24 hours of valid glucose data).
Returning users can generate an AGP Report from a past sensor's data or choose the current sensor's data. In all cases, the AGP Report requires 7 days of continuous glucose data.
Android 8.0 or above and iOS 13.6 or above are compatible with the SIBIONICS app.
Step 1: Tap "AGP Reports" at the bottom of the SIBIONICS app.
Step 2: Select the date range of glucose data to include in the report using the 7 / 14 / 30 / 90 / "Others" buttons.
Step 3: Tap the green "Report" button at the top-right corner to generate your report.
Step 4: Download or share your report using the icons at the top-right corner of the report.
If you're using the latest version of the SIBIONICS app, all your previous glucose data will sync from the cloud when you reinstall the app and log into your account.
In the latest version of the SIBIONICS app, go to "Profile" › "Devices" › "More Data" to view data from your past sensors.
You can download the SIBIONICS app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. If you can't find it, scan the QR code on the quick start guide.
A 60-minute warm-up is required when pairing the GS1 sensor with the SIBIONICS app.