BD PrecisionGlide™ Needles

BD PrecisionGlide™ Needles are high-quality, sterile, single-use needles designed for a wide range of medical applications. These needles are precision-engineered to ensure smooth penetration, reduce patient discomfort, and optimize sample collection and delivery of medications. Available in a variety of gauge sizes and lengths, they cater to the specific needs of healthcare providers in clinical, laboratory, and hospital settings.

Key Features:

1. Stainless Steel Cannula:
   • Manufactured with high-quality stainless steel for strength and durability.
   • Designed to minimize coring and reduce tissue trauma.
2. Thin-Wall and Regular-Wall Designs:
   • Allows better flow rates for medication or fluids with smaller gauge needles.
3. Color-Coded Hubs:
   • Each needle size features a color-coded hub for easy identification in busy clinical environments.
4. Sterile and Single-Use:
   • Pre-sterilized to ensure safety and prevent contamination.
   • Intended for single-use to maintain hygiene and reduce cross-contamination risks.
5. Universal Compatibility:
   • Compatible with standard syringes and luer-lock systems for versatile application.

Needle Sizes and Applications

Use Cases Across Medical Settings

1. Primary Care and Vaccinations

• Used to administer a range of vaccines, including influenza, tetanus, and hepatitis.
• The color-coded hub system ensures efficient size selection in busy vaccination clinics.

2. Endocrinology

• 25 G and 27 G needles are commonly used for insulin injections in diabetic patients.
• Their fine diameter minimizes patient discomfort during frequent daily use.

3. Laboratory and Diagnostic Procedures

• 21 G and 18 G needles are preferred for blood sample collection and laboratory testing.
• These sizes are suitable for venipuncture and transfer of blood samples to test tubes.

4. Emergency and Critical Care

• 18 G and 21 G needles are used for rapid fluid administration and emergency drug delivery.
• Their large bore enables quick access to veins for life-saving interventions.

5. Specialty Practices (e.g., Rheumatology, Pain Management)

• 23 G needles are often used for joint aspiration or corticosteroid injections.
• The design minimizes tissue trauma and allows precise delivery.

6. Veterinary Use

• The range of sizes makes BD PrecisionGlide™ Needles suitable for administering medications or drawing blood from animals in veterinary practice.

Advantages

• Patient Comfort: Smooth, precise penetration reduces discomfort and anxiety in patients.
• Enhanced Safety: Single-use sterile design eliminates risks of cross-contamination.
• Versatility: Wide range of sizes supports diverse applications in human and veterinary medicine.
• Ease of Use: Compatible with standard syringes, ensuring seamless integration into existing setups.

Conclusion

BD PrecisionGlide™ Needles offer a reliable and versatile solution for healthcare professionals across various medical disciplines. From routine vaccinations to critical care and diagnostic procedures, their design ensures safety, precision, and patient comfort, making them an indispensable tool in medical practice.