Syringe
Term: Syringe
Category: Medical Devices
Definition: Syringes are common instruments utilized in healthcare and other clinical purposes that allow accurate delivery and removal of liquids. Syringes consist of three primary components: barrel, plunger, and sometimes a needle.
Uses:
- Medication administration via intramuscular, subcutaneous, or intravenous routes.
- Vaccinations for immunization programs.
- Blood sampling for laboratory testing.
- Fluid aspiration from joints, abscesses, or body cavities.
- Drug delivery in insulin therapy or other chronic disease management.
Related Content and Resources:
Hydrophilic Coatings for Needles and Syringes: Uses and Benefits
Hydrophilic Coatings for Medical Devices: Intro, Benefits & Uses
