Syringes

Syringes are essential in various healthcare settings for delivering medications, vaccines, insulin, and anesthesia, or for drawing blood and other fluids for testing. They come in different sizes, typically measured in millilitres (mL), to suit specific medical needs

Common Uses

• Administering medications and vaccines
• Drawing blood or bodily fluids
• Delivering insulin or anesthesia

Types of Syringes

• Luer Lock – secure, twist-on needle attachment
• Luer Slip – push-fit needle attachment
• Catheter Tip – for irrigation and tubing access
• Oral Syringe – needle-free, for liquid medications

Sizes Available

• Typically range from 1 mL to 60 mL to suit various medical needs

Sterility

• Most are single-use to prevent contamination and infection
• Irrigating wounds or medical tubing
• Oral medication dosing