Medtronic Guardian Continuous Glucose Monitoring System

Medtronic Guardian is a continuous glucose monitoring system designed to help individuals with diabetes monitor their blood sugar levels in real-time.
Category
Device
Where to get
Available with a prescription from healthcare providers and at select medical supply stores.
Applicable for
Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Jane Cox

Medtronic Guardian FAQ


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What is the Guardian sensor?

Integrated with our latest advancement in insulin pump therapy, the Guardian Sensor (3) enables different levels of automation that fit your lifestyle. The MiniMed™ 670G system – Adaptive insulin delivery ‡ and predictive low glucose suspend * Guardian™ Connect CGM System - predictive alerts up to 60 minutes in advance *

What is the Guardian connect continuous glucose monitoring system?

The Guardian Connect continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system connects to your insulin pump or smart insulin pen and allows you to see glucose trends on your mobile device.

How does Guardian connect CGM work?

The sensor measures your interstitial glucose level, which is the glucose found in the fluid between the cell. The Guardian Connect stand alone CGM System links to your phone, not your pump. WHAT IS Guardian Connect CGM?

Does the Guardian connect system make therapy adjustments?

In the pediatric clinical study, the Guardian Connect System triggered a high percentage of false low glucose and false high glucose alerts. The Guardian Connect System is not intended to make therapy adjustments: always check your capillary blood glucose before making therapy adjustments.

Do I need a prescription for the Guardian TM connect system?

The Guardian ™ Connect system requires a prescription and is indicated for continuous or periodic monitoring of glucose levels in the interstitial fluid under the skin, in patients (14 to 75 years of age) with diabetes mellitus.

What is the difference between Guardian connect CGM and MiniMed 670G?

The Guardian Connect CGM System is intended for monitoring glucose levels in persons aged 3 years or older with diabetes mellitus. The MiniMed 670G system is intended for the management of Type 1 diabetes mellitus in persons age 7 and older requiring insulin.

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