Phlebotomy Tourniquet

Description

The Multigate Medical Products flat, non-sterile, disposable tourniquet is designed for venepuncture and peripheral IV cannulation. Measuring 2.5 cm x 60 cm and supplied in blue, it provides controlled venous stasis to support vein identification, cannula placement, and blood collection while enabling quick one‑handed release when needed.

Features and specifications

• Brand/Manufacturer: Multigate Medical Products
• Type: Flat, single-use (disposable) tourniquet
• Sterility: Non-sterile
• Size: 2.5 cm x 60 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Intended purpose: To provide venous stasis to aid vein location, cannulation, and blood sampling
• Not intended for hemorrhage control or trauma applications

Application (Half Knot technique)

1. Position the tourniquet approximately 8–10 cm above the intended puncture or cannulation site.
2. Cross the strands to form an X with the right strand on top, then pull the right strand to create appropriate tension.
3. Holding both strands at the X, tuck the right strand under the X to form a loop below it, leaving a small excess.
4. Tighten by pulling the loop and the left strand away from each other until snug (allow space for one finger beneath the band).

Removal

• Pull the right strand attached to the loop upward to release. This can be performed one‑handed while stabilising the cannula; the tourniquet loosens immediately.

Use parameters and best practice

• Do not leave the tourniquet tightened for more than 1 minute; prepare patient and equipment before tightening.
• Release as soon as blood flow is established into the first tube and before withdrawing the needle.
• Apply snugly with space for a finger underneath; avoid excessive pressure that could impair arterial flow.
• Position approximately 8–10 cm (about 4–5 finger widths) above the puncture site.

Infection prevention

• Single-use only; do not re-use.
• Handle with clean hands; avoid manipulating the tourniquet after donning gloves where practicable. If manipulation is necessary, minimise contact and use the non-dominant hand.
• Using a clean, single-use tourniquet for each patient reduces contamination and cross-infection risk.

Cautions and risks of improper use

• Prolonged or excessive stasis may cause haemoconcentration, haemolysis, pain, numbness/tingling, and may compromise sample accuracy.
• Not intended for hemorrhage control/trauma use.

Documentation

Product brochure and Instructions for Use (IFU) available.