Needle gauge comparison chart
Needle Gauge Comparison Chart
The Needle gauge comparison chart is a tool used in medicine and healthcare to compare the sizes of different hypodermic needles. The chart is based on the Birmingham gauge, also known as the Stubs Iron Wire Gauge, a system used in the United Kingdom and other countries for measuring the diameters of wire and needles.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The needle gauge comparison chart provides a visual representation of the diameter of various hypodermic needles. It is used by medical professionals to select the appropriate needle size for various medical procedures, such as injections, blood draw, and intravenous therapy. The chart is based on the Birmingham gauge, which measures the diameter of a needle in terms of the number of wire pieces of the same diameter that can be produced from a pound of wire.
Needle Sizes[edit | edit source]
The size of a needle is determined by its gauge and length. The gauge refers to the diameter of the needle, with a higher gauge number indicating a smaller diameter. The length of the needle is measured in inches and is typically between 0.5 and 3 inches.
Use in Healthcare[edit | edit source]
In healthcare, the needle gauge comparison chart is used to select the appropriate needle size for various medical procedures. For example, a smaller gauge needle (higher number) may be used for subcutaneous injection, while a larger gauge needle (lower number) may be used for intramuscular injection or blood draw.
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