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What Are the Different Types of Syringe Tips?

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Medical syringe tips come in four common styles: luer lock, slip tip, catheter tip, and eccentric tip. Additionally, needles come in various gauges (thicknesses) and lengths for multiple applications. Understanding the differences between these types can help ensure the safe and effective use of these medical devices.  4 Main Syringe Tip Styles   The four […]

What Is The Difference Between A 2-Part And 3-Part Syringe?

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When it comes to disposable syringes, there are two main types to choose from: 2-part and 3-part syringes. The critical differences between the two are the construction and functionality. Learn more about each type below.   3-Part Syringes   A 3-part syringe includes a barrel, plunger and rubber gasket at the tip of the plunger to […]

What are Syringe Filters Used For?

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Syringe filters are small, disposable filters that are used to remove particulates from liquids and gases in a variety of medical applications. They are commonly used in the preparation of samples for ion chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and mass spectrometry.  Different Materials, Types, and Uses of Syringe Filters  Syringe filters are available in a […]

Understanding Syringes: Your Questions Answered

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Syringes are an essential tool in the medical field, used for administering medications, drawing fluids, and injecting substances into the body. There are several different types of syringes, each with unique features and designed for specific purposes. Understanding the different parts of a syringe and how to sterilize and use them properly is crucial for […]

How to Properly Use a Syringe (With Steps)

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Syringes have a wide range of applications and are used in research labs, doctors’ offices, pharmacies, hospitals, dental clinics, veterinary facilities and more. Today we’re going to teach you the proper steps to follow when using a syringe. What Are Syringes Used For? Syringes are small hollow tubes (with or without a needle) used for […]

A Complete Guide to Vacutainer® Tubes

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Vacutainer® tubes are test tubes and related accessories designed to collect substances for medical purposes. If you’re interested in purchasing Vacutainer® tubes, you may need a guide to help you tell the different types apart and determine which is best for your specific purposes. In this guide, we’ll explain what you need to know.  What […]

A Complete Hearing Protection Guide: Proper Uses & More

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When you’re exposed to loud sounds repeatedly in any workplace or at home, you should wear hearing protection. Anything from some time at a concert to working on a construction site requires hearing protection. This hearing protection guide will cover some of the key things you need to know about hearing protection.  What is the […]

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