Description

The BD Vacutainer® Eclipse™ Blood Collection Needle is a specialized tool designed for healthcare professionals to enhance safety and efficiency during blood collection procedures. This multisample needle allows for the collection of multiple blood samples from a single venipuncture, making it an essential device in clinical and laboratory settings.

Key Features

• Safety Shield: The needle is equipped with an integrated safety shield that can be activated with one hand. This feature significantly reduces the risk of needlestick injuries by covering the needle immediately after withdrawal. An audible click confirms the proper activation and locking of the shield.

• One-Handed Activation: Designed with a thumb pad or wide textured finger pad area, the safety mechanism can be easily activated with one hand, enhancing user convenience.

• Bevel-Up Orientation: The needle's design facilitates low-angle placement for effective venipuncture, improving the overall blood collection experience.

• Pre-Attached Holder Option: Available with or without a pre-attached, single-use tube holder, this option increases efficiency and compliance during procedures.

Specifications

• Color Coding:
• 21 gauge: Green shield/cap
• 22 gauge: Black shield/cap

• Other gauges include 18G (Pink), 20G (Yellow), and 23G (Blue)

• Single Use: Each needle is intended for single use only and should be disposed of in an approved sharps container after use.

• Sterility: The needle is pre-assembled, sterile, and gamma-irradiated, ensuring high standards of hygiene.

• Latex-Free: Made without natural rubber latex or DEHP, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

• Luer Adapter Compatibility: Compatible with BD Luer-Lok™ syringes, though not intended for use with Luer-Slip syringes.

Available Sizes

• 21 gauge x 1.25 inch (32 mm), green shield/cap
• 22 gauge x 1.25 inch (32 mm), black shield/cap
• Other sizes and lengths may be available, including 18G, 20G, and 23G with lengths of 1", 1.25", and 1.5".

Packaging

• Commonly available in boxes of 48, 100, or 5000 units, depending on the variant and distributor.
• Example box dimensions: 8.5 x 4.75 x 4 inches
• Example weight per box: 0.09 lbs

Compliance and Safety

The BD Vacutainer® Eclipse™ Needle is designed to meet OSHA requirements for needlestick safety and is FSA/HSA eligible where applicable. It is crucial to follow institutional protocols for blood collection, aseptic technique, and proper disposal to ensure optimal safety and compliance.