--- title: Dexcom Overview description: Labfront supports glucose data via Dexcom. Why should you use Dexcom devices in your research? How do they work with Labfront? Learn more in this overview. --- [Skip to content](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom-overview#main-content) [Contact Support](https://help.labfront.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) [![LabFront\_logo\_landscape-2](https://help.labfront.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/LabFront_logo_landscape-2.png?width=150&height=38&name=LabFront_logo_landscape-2.png)](https://www.labfront.com) - [Sign In](https://app.labfront.com/) - [Back to Website](https://www.labfront.com/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Sign In](https://app.labfront.com/) - [Back to Website](https://www.labfront.com/) - [Contact Support](https://help.labfront.com/kb-tickets/new) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Help Center](https://help.labfront.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [Dexcom](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom?hsLang=en) # Dexcom Overview ## Labfront supports glucose data collection via Dexcom. Why should you consider using Dexcom devices in your research? How do they work with Labfront? This article provides a thorough overview of everything Dexcom.   | ### Table of Contents 1. [**About Dexcom**](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom-overview#about) 1. Use Cases 2. Published Studies 3. Buying Devices 2. [**Using Dexcom devices with Labfront**](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom-overview#dexcom-with-labfront) 1. Compatibility 2. Researcher Setup 3. Participant Setup 3. **[Data Format](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom-overview#dexcom-data)** 4. [**FAQs**](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom-overview#FAQ) 5. **[Additional Dexcom Resources](https://help.labfront.com/dexcom-overview#resources)** | | --- |     ### **1.  About Dexcom** Dexcom is known for its state-of-the-art continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices that provide real-time blood glucose levels with impeccable accuracy. By making glucose data available on Labfront's platform, we’re streamlining the data collection process for researchers studying anything from diabetes management to the effect of stress on blood glucose levels. #### 1.1 Use Cases   **📈  Comprehensive Metabolic Insights** If you're studying the keto diet's impact on type 2 diabetes, you can easily collect and look at participants' glucose data from Dexcom along with other event markers and physiological data. This enables a richer analysis that could help with more targeted and effective treatment strategies. **💡  Real-World Behavioral Studies** Interested in how stress impacts blood sugar levels? The Labfront-Dexcom integration allows for the simultaneous tracking of glucose data with other variables such as stress and mood, providing you with a more complete picture of real-world scenarios. **🍎  Nutrition and Lifestyle Choices** For those exploring how different foods and meal timings affect glucose fluctuations, using Labfront's event tracking and questionnaires with Dexcom can chart glucose patterns against other factors like caloric intake and exercise. Gain a better understanding of the relationships between lifestyle choices and metabolic health. #### 1.2 Published Studies Explore clinical studies that showcase the advantages of Dexcom CGM systems in enhancing outcomes for patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes [here.](https://provider.dexcom.com/education-research/clinical-evidence) #### 1.3 Supported Dexcom Devices + How to Buy Them Labfront is compatible with the Dexcom G6 and Dexcom G7 CGM models. We don't currently provide the option to purchase Dexcom devices from us directly. We recommend visiting the [Dexcom website](https://www.dexcom.com/en-us).   ⬆️ [Back to Table of Contents](https://help.labfront.com/garmin-overview?hsLang=en#table-of-contents) ### **2.  Using Dexcom with Labfront**   2.1 Dexcom Setup and Labfront API Compatibility For Labfront to access glucose data, the Dexcom app must be used—even if a participant is also using a receiver. The Dexcom receiver alone does not sync data to the cloud, meaning Labfront cannot retrieve data unless the participant uploads via the Dexcom app.   | **Setup** | **Labfront Compatible?** | **Notes** | | --- | --- | --- | | Using the Dexcom app only (no receiver) | ✅  Yes | The app uploads data to the cloud, enabling API access. | | Using a receiver + Dexcom app | ✅  Yes | Works **only** if the app is used and uploads data to Clarity. | | Using only a Dexcom receiver (no app) | ❌  No | The receiver does not sync data to the cloud, so Labfront cannot access it. | | Using a blinded Dexcom receiver (even with app) | ❌  No | Blinded mode restricts API access, preventing Labfront from retrieving data. |     2.2 Researcher Setup To begin, add a Dexcom device to your Labfront project. This will direct you to a form where you can request a new project integration to incorporate Dexcom into your project. It is important to note that **Dexcom must approve each project integration**. Once you have submitted the form, we will connect you with Dexcom to finalize the approval process. **Important Note** Obtaining Dexcom's permission for Labfront integration takes about *2 months* and involves two steps: study approval from Dexcom and a data use agreement.   ![setup labfront project](https://help.labfront.com/hs-fs/hubfs/setup_project.png?width=688&height=430&name=setup_project.png) #### 2.2 Participant Setup Participants will [set up the device](https://help.labfront.com/set-up-wearable-device?hsLang=en) on the Labfront app in a few easy steps once they join the project.   ![dexcom participant app](https://help.labfront.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Group%202591.png?width=688&height=883&name=Group%202591.png) ⬆️ [Back to Table of Contents](https://help.labfront.com/garmin-overview?hsLang=en#table-of-contents) ### 3. Data Learn how Labfront conveniently separates and organizes data into CSV files in this [Data Overview article](https://help.labfront.com/how-data-is-organized?hsLang=en).   ⬆️ [Back to Table of Contents](https://help.labfront.com/garmin-overview?hsLang=en#table-of-contents)   ### 4. Dexcom FAQs #### If researchers use Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) for participants, do they still need to go through the 2-step approval process? Yes, they still must go through Dexcom's two-step approval process even if they use BYOD. #### Can I use the blinded version of Dexcom devices with Labfront? No, Dexcom's API doesn't support the blinded version of their devices. For Labfront to access glucose data, **the Dexcom app must be used**—even if a participant is also using a receiver. The Dexcom **receiver alone does not sync data to the cloud**, meaning Labfront **cannot** retrieve data unless the participant uploads via the Dexcom app.   ⬆️ [Back to Table of Contents](https://help.labfront.com/garmin-overview?hsLang=en#table-of-contents) ### 5. Dexcom Resources Check out these resources to enhance your understanding or educate patients about CGM systems and how to use Dexcom products and features - [CGM Education & Use](https://provider.dexcom.com/education-research/cgm-education-use) - [Webinars and Presentations](https://provider.dexcom.com/education-research/clinic-resources/webinars-and-presentations)   ⬆️ [Back to Table of Contents](https://help.labfront.com/garmin-overview?hsLang=en#table-of-contents)     --- ### 🔎 Can't find the answer you're looking for? 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