what does gmi stand for diabetes
Asked by: GlucoseTracker101
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Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
GMI stands for Glucose Management Indicator. It is a metric used to estimate your average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months, similar to the A1C test. GMI is calculated using continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data and provides an approximation of what your A1C might be based on your glucose readings.
- Formula: GMI (%) = 3.31 + 0.02392 × [mean glucose in mg/dL]
- Purpose: Helps individuals with diabetes understand how well their blood sugar is managed over time.
GMI is particularly useful for people using CGM devices, as it offers a more dynamic and real-time view of glucose trends compared to the A1C test.