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- 30G (0.30mm) x 1.5mm | Purple | 200 Lancets - $79.16
BD Microtainer Contact-Activated Lancets, 30G (0.30 mm), 30 Gauge
PRODUCT DETAILS
The BD Microtainer Contact-Activated Lancet is a safety-engineered device designed for reliable and efficient fingerstick blood collection. Its ergonomic design ensures a comfortable grip and helps deliver consistent puncture depth for accurate blood sampling. The device activates only when properly positioned and pressed against the skin, minimizing user error. With a small contact area, the lancet improves visibility of the puncture site, making sampling easier. The intuitive, single-use design reduces training time and prevents reuse, helping lower the risk of patient, clinician, and sample contamination.
Key Features and Benefits
- Ergonomic design provides a secure, comfortable grip for users
- Activates only upon contact with skin, ensuring consistent puncture depth
- Small contact area improves visibility of the puncture site
- Single-use, safety-engineered design helps prevent reuse and cross-contamination
- Simple, intuitive operation reduces training time for healthcare staff
Specifications
- Gauge: 30G (0.30 mm)
- Penetration Depth: 1.5 mm
- Flow: Low
- Color: Purple
- Sterile: Yes
- Latex-Free: Yes
- Manufacturer: Becton Dickinson (BD)
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Important Warning
- Fingersticks should not be performed on children under 1 year of age (per CLSI guidelines).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can lancets be reused?
A: No, lancets are designed for single-use only to prevent infections, ensure sterility, and maintain accuracy in blood sampling.
Q: How do lancets work?
A: Lancets are small, sterile needles used with lancing devices to prick the skin and obtain a drop of blood for glucose testing.
Q: Are lancets universal?
A: Some lancets are universal and can fit multiple lancing devices, but others are brand-specific and only compatible with certain models. Always check compatibility before purchasing.
Q: Are lancets considered sharps?
A: Yes, lancets are classified as sharps and should be disposed of properly in an FDA-approved sharps container to prevent injury and contamination.
Q: How to properly dispose of lancets?
A: Used lancets should be placed in a sharps container and disposed of at designated medical waste facilities, pharmacies, or hazardous waste disposal sites.