Dexcom G7 15 Day differs from Dexcom G7 in three ways:
- MARD Accuracy – Dexcom G7 15 Day is slightly more accurate with a MARD of 8.0%1 compared to Dexcom G7 which holds a MARD of 8.2%2
- Wear Time – Dexcom G7 15 Day sensor has a 15.5* (includes 12-hour grace period) day wear time that is ~50% longer than Dexcom G7’s 10.5 (includes 12-hour grace period) day wear time. This means reduced burden for your patients from less sensor changes, less day ones, and less waste per month.
- Age Indication – Dexcom G7 15 Day is for adults age 18+. Dexcom G7 is for patients who are ages 2 and older. Dexcom recommends adults 18+ use Dexcom G7 15 Day for the wear time benefits.
Beyond these three differences Dexcom G7 15 Day and Dexcom G7 perform the same and contain the same alert, event logging, and connectivity features.
*A study was conducted to assess the sensor life where 73.9% of sensors lasted the full 15 days. When using the product per the package labeling, approximately 26% of sensors may not last for the full 15 days.
1 Dexcom G7 15 Day User Guide 2 Dexcom G7 User Guide