Edda Pharma lancets 100 units are medical instruments used to draw a blood sample. They have a fine tip that helps to make the process less painful. It is recommended to use the product only once and then discard it.
Edda Pharma lancets 100 units are very useful medical devices. They facilitate the collection of capillary blood. They can also be used to measure blood sugar or haemoglobin levels, as well as to test various blood components.
This product is an ideal tool for people suffering from diabetes. It helps them to perform a self-assessment of their blood sugar levels.
The punctures are made in the bulb of the finger, preferably in the index finger. The collection process is usually complemented by a glucose meter and a lancet device. The lancing device helps the instrument to penetrate the skin faster and less pain is felt.
The depth of penetration is adjusted according to the thickness of the skin. There are long lancet devices that facilitate the analysis of blood from the foetal scalp. This provides a measure of the foetal acid-base status.
It is important to observe some safety precautions when using lancets to reduce the risk of infection. First of all, the puncture site should be cleaned with a little warm water and soap.
Another sanitary measure to consider is that neither lancets nor the lancing device should be shared. They are for the exclusive use of one person only. Moreover, they are not reusable.
Edda Pharma lancets 100 units are indicated for people who need to draw some blood and then test for various blood components (e.g. glucose, lactate and haemoglobin).
Before using Edda Pharma lancets, the user should wash his/her hands with soap and warm water. Do the same process in the incision area.
Then place a sterile lancet in the device, prick the finger or other puncture site and extract the drop of blood. The sample is then applied according to the instructions of the meter being used.
Lancets, their protective covers, the lancing device and the capsule may cause choking. Keep these tools out of the reach of children.
If you experience a lot of pain and bruising of the skin after using the lancet, you should consult a doctor. You should probably change to a thinner lancet.
Blade protection handle; very smooth steel blade and sharp edges.