BD Tuberculin Syringes 1 mL with 27 Gauge x 0.5 inch Needle, Regular Wall, Slip-Tip 100/Box

Tuberculin syringes (1 mL), with a 27 gauge x 0.5 inch needle, are specialized medical devices designed primarily for the precise measurement and administration of small, accurate volumes of medication, typically in amounts less than 1 mL. They are most commonly used for intradermal injections, especially in procedures such as tuberculin skin testing.

BD Tuberculin Syringes 1 mL with 27 Gauge x 0.5 inch Needle, Slip-Tip are sterile, single-use syringes used for administering small volumes of medication or for tuberculin skin tests. The syringe has a capacity of 1mL and is graduated in 0.01mL increments for accurate dosing. The needle is made of stainless steel and is 27 gauge in size with a 0.5 inch length, making it suitable for subcutaneous injections. The syringe has a slip-tip design, which allows the needle to easily slip onto the syringe for quick and secure attachment. These syringes are commonly used in healthcare settings, clinics, and doctor's offices.

BD 309623 Tuberculin syringes Needle combos are manufactured by Becton Dickenson under the PrecisionGlide™ brand. BD is the most popular and respected sharps manufacturer in the country. Available in many different specification this combo helps improve dosage accuracy while virtually eliminating needle pop-off. The smaller and thinner syringe size makes it easier to control and seem less threatening to the patBD Tuberculin Syringes with Detachable Needle Slip Tips are color-coded and packaged in easy peel packages. They are autoclavable out of package. Available with or without detachable PrecisionGlide needle. 

Features

• Volume: 1 mL (also called a “tuberculin syringe” regardless of the medication administered).
• Needle Gauge: 27 gauge (thin), which minimizes patient discomfort.
• Needle Length: 0.5 inch (suitable for superficial injections).
• Graduations: Marked in 0.01 mL increments to allow for very precise dosing.

Primary Uses

1. Intradermal Injections

• Tuberculin Skin Test (TST/Mantoux Test):
  • The main use: to administer purified protein derivative (PPD) when performing the Mantoux tuberculin skin test for detecting latent tuberculosis.
• Allergy Testing:
  • Used for intradermal allergy sensitivity testing because of the ability to deliver small, precise volumes just under the skin.

2. Other Small-Volume Injections

• Vaccines or immunizations requiring very small doses (less common).
• Local anesthetics for minor dermatologic procedures.
• Medication administration in pediatrics or neonates when doses are very small.
• Insulin administration (occasionally), though dedicated insulin syringes are more common.

Why This Specific Size?

• The 27 gauge, 0.5 inch needle is ideal for reaching the dermis layer (just below the epidermis) without penetrating too deeply into subcutaneous or muscle tissue.
• Minimizes tissue trauma and patient discomfort due to its thinness and short length.
• The 1 mL volume and fine gradations ensure accuracy, especially important in tests or medications where dosage precision is critical.

Specifications: 

• Syringe Volume: 1 mL (1cc)
• Needle Thickness: 27 Gauge
• Needle Length: 1/2"
• Color Coded Blue
• Tuberculin Syringe with Needle
• Sterile
• Graduation Scale: 0.01 mL
• Needle Material: Stainless Steel
• Needle Point: Beveled Tip
• Detachable Needle
• Color Coded for Easy Visual Recognition
• Non-Safety
• Individually Packaged
• Syringe Tip Type: Luer Slip Tip
• Disposable - Single Use Only
• Not Made with BPA, DEHP or PVC
• Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex