Description

The VACUTAINER SAF T by BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) is a specialized blood collection set designed to enhance safety and efficiency in clinical and laboratory settings. This sterile, single-use device is crafted for healthcare professionals, ensuring reliable venipuncture and secure collection of venous blood samples for in-vitro diagnostic purposes.

Key Features

• Integrated Safety Mechanism: Each set includes a forward-shielding mechanism that locks over the needle post-use, significantly reducing the risk of needlestick injuries. This feature can be activated with either a one-handed or simple two-handed technique, depending on the variant.

• Pre-attached Holder Option: Available with or without a pre-attached holder, this option eliminates manual assembly, enhancing both convenience and safety.

• Color-coded Wings: Certain variants come with color-coded wings for easy gauge identification and secure handling during insertion.

• Shut-off and Slide Clamp: Some models feature a shut-off clamp to minimize blood dripping during disposal and an optional slide clamp for seamless switching between tube and syringe draws.

Configurations

• Needle Gauge Options: 21G (0.8 mm), 23G (0.6 mm), and 25G (0.5 mm)
• Needle Length: 19 mm
• Tubing Lengths: 178 mm (approx. 7 in.) and 305 mm (approx. 12 in.)
• Packaging: Typically available in boxes of 50 or 200 units

Intended Use

The VACUTAINER SAF T is primarily intended for use by phlebotomists, nurses, and laboratory staff in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare environments. Its design as a closed system in some variants minimizes blood exposure during collection, enhancing safety for both patients and healthcare providers.

Additional Features

For related BD Saf-T-Intima™ and Safety-Lok™ variants, features may include:

• BD Vialon™ Catheter Biomaterial: Designed for longer dwell times and reduced risk of phlebitis in IV catheter systems.
• Infusion Therapy Compatibility: Suitable for subcutaneous and intravenous infusion therapy, including pain management and medication delivery.

Safety and Compliance

The VACUTAINER SAF T supports compliance with OSHA guidelines, particularly regarding needlestick injury prevention and single-use holder regulations. Each set is individually blister-packed and sterilized, ensuring minimal contamination risk.

Disposal and Storage

As a single-use device, proper disposal according to local biohazard regulations is essential. Recommended storage is in a clean, dry environment at appropriate temperatures to maintain device integrity.