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Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a device that automatically tracks blood glucose levels throughout the day and night, giving insights into where glucose levels were, where they are, and where they are headed. CGM systems use a tiny sensor inserted under the skin on the abdomen or arm that tracks glucose levels every few minutes. It is approved for use by adults and children with a prescription and is recommended for patients on intensive insulin therapy. The average starting cost for a CGM system is around $1,000, and Medicare covers it through the durable medical equipment benefit. The major limitation of CGM is the measurement of interstitial glucose levels rather than real-time blood glucose levels, which causes a delay in treatment for hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia in patients.
Transferrin saturation is a medical laboratory value that is measured as a percentage. It is the ratio of serum iron concentration and total iron-binding capacity expressed as a percentage. Transferrin saturation is used to detect iron deficiency or overload in the body. Transferrin saturation values of less than 20% suggest iron deficiency, while those of more than 50% indicate iron overload. If transferrin saturation is high, it may be a sign of hemochromatosis, a condition in which the body absorbs too much iron. Transferrin saturation is influenced by liver disease and inflammation, and other tests should be performed to confirm a diagnosis.
Ozempic Injection is a once-weekly noninsulin medication used to improve blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes when used with diet and exercise. It is injected under the skin of the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm and may help with weight loss. The main active ingredient is semaglutide, which stimulates insulin secretion to lower fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels. It may cause or worsen kidney disease, and doctors may closely monitor kidney health during treatment. It starts working shortly after injection, but it may take several weeks to get the full benefit.
