Description
Greiner Bio-One VACUETTE® Safety Blood Collection Set 23G – Ref. 450096
The VACUETTE® Safety Blood Collection Set by Greiner Bio-One (450096) is an advanced winged blood collection system designed to maximize healthcare worker safety and patient comfort during venipuncture. It features a sterile 23G thin-wall needle with an integrated safety mechanism, significantly reducing the risk of accidental needlestick injuries.
Product Identification
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Product Name: VACUETTE® Safety Blood Collection Set
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Product Code: 450096
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Brand: Greiner Bio-One
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Needle Size: 23 Gauge x 3/4"
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Tubing Length: 12" (30 cm)
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Color Code: Blue
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Sterility: Sterile
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Packaging: Box of 50 units
Key Benefits
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Advanced Safety Mechanism: Easily activated with one hand while the needle is still in the vein, permanently locking it inside a protective shield.
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Immediate Visual Confirmation: Transparent housing allows instant flashback visibility, improving insertion accuracy and success rates.
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Flexible Ergonomic Wings: Large, color-coded wings provide secure handling and precise needle placement.
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Enhanced Patient Comfort: The 23G thin-wall needle minimizes pain and tissue trauma, ideal for fragile or difficult veins.
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Integrated Luer Adapter: Compatible with standard blood collection holders and vacuum tube systems.
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DEHP-Free Tubing: Flexible, kink-resistant tubing ensures smooth blood flow without harmful plasticizers.
Applications
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Phlebotomy: Routine blood collection in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics.
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Difficult Venous Access: Ideal for pediatric, geriatric, or patients with small or rolling veins.
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Short-Term Infusion: Suitable for fluid administration for up to 2 hours (refer to institutional protocols).
Basic Usage Guidelines
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Preparation: Assemble the holder and select the venipuncture site.
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Insertion: Hold the wings and insert the needle; observe the flash chamber for blood return.
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Collection: Attach vacuum tubes to collect specimens.
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Safety Activation: Upon completion, activate the safety mechanism (audible click) during or immediately after needle withdrawal.
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Disposal: Dispose of the secured device in an approved sharps container.
Certifications, Safety Standards & Regulatory Compliance
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OSHA Compliant: Meets safety engineering controls for sharps injury prevention.
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FDA 510(k) Cleared: Approved medical device.
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Latex-Free: Not made with natural rubber latex.
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Sterile: Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilized.
Competitive Advantage
The VACUETTE® Safety Blood Collection Set outperforms standard butterfly needles due to its in-vein safety activation, allowing the needle to be shielded before full removal from the skin, providing superior protection compared to post-use manual activation systems.
Typical Users
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Phlebotomists: High-volume daily blood draws.
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Nurses: Blood collection and IV access in acute care settings.
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Home Healthcare Providers: Safe blood collection in non-clinical environments.
Best Practices
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Single-Use Only: Disposable device; do not reuse.
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Training Recommended: Practice safety activation on a training model if unfamiliar prior to clinical use.