Description

The Atellica VTR Syringe by Siemens Healthineers is a specialized device meticulously crafted for arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling in critical care settings. This syringe is engineered to ensure rapid and precise blood gas collection, maintaining both sample integrity and operator safety.

Key Features

• Anticoagulant Formulation: The syringe employs a balanced, dry lithium-zinc heparin formulation. This design prevents coagulation with minimal impact on ionized calcium and electrolyte results, even in samples with low protein content.

• Safety Technology: Equipped with the ABG SafetyTip™ dual-locking design, it significantly reduces the risk of accidental needlestick injuries and exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

• Needle Design: Features a thin-wall needle for smoother insertion, enhancing patient comfort. The intuitive, single-handed safety activation adds to its ease of use.

• Vent System: A proven vent system that eliminates dead space contamination, ensuring accurate sample collection and reducing pre-analytical errors.

Compatibility

The Atellica VTR Syringe is compatible with RAPIDPoint 500e and epoc blood gas analyzers, making it an ideal choice for healthcare professionals seeking reliable performance in critical care environments.

Physical Attributes

• Volume: 3 mL syringe
• Tip: Auto vent Leur lock vent tip cap
• Heparin Content: 50 IU
• Packaging: Available in packets of 100 single syringes

Intended Use

Designed for arterial blood gas collection, the Atellica VTR Syringe aims to improve operator efficiency and patient comfort, providing safe, reliable, and accurate sampling for clinical analysis.