Bd 13mm 30G

Description

BD 13mm 30G: A Needle Definition
BD 13mm 30G describes a type of hypodermic needle commonly used in the medical field. BD (Becton Dickinson) is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies that manufactures these needles.

This definition specifies two basic characteristics of the needle:

13mm (Length): This refers to the length of the needle in millimeters. 13mm is approximately 1/2 inch. This is considered a short needle.

30G (Gauge): The letter “G” is short for “Gauge” and indicates the diameter (thickness) of the needle. As the gauge number increases, the needle’s diameter decreases, meaning it becomes thinner. 30G is a very thin needle.

Features and Uses of the BD 13mm 30G Needle
This needle is particularly preferred for certain applications due to its thin structure and short size:

Ultra-Fine and Comfortable: The 30G diameter helps minimize pain during injection. This provides comfort, especially for sensitive patients or those requiring frequent injections.

Sharpness: Series like the BD Microlance are designed with triple-beveled sharp tips and special lubricating processes. This allows for easy skin penetration and smooth advancement through tissue.

Thin-Wall Technology: Some BD needles feature “thin-wall” technology, which provides a wider internal lumen (internal space) than standard needles of the same outer diameter. This can increase drug flow rates during injection or aspiration.

Sterile and Single-Use: Like all hypodermic needles, they are sterile packaged and are for single-use only.

Luer Slip and Luer Lock Compatible: They fit most standard syringes (both with Luer slip and Luer lock connections).

Areas of Use:

Due to their thin and short structure, BD 13mm 30G needles are generally preferred for the following applications:

Intradermal Injections: Injections administered into the upper layer of the skin (e.g., some allergy tests, tuberculosis tests).

Subcutaneous Injections: Injections administered just under the skin (e.g., insulin, heparin, some vaccines). They are ideal for particularly sensitive areas or small-volume medications.

Mesotherapy and Aesthetic Procedures: They are widely used in aesthetic procedures such as skin rejuvenation, vitamin injections, some fillers, or biostimulator applications, especially in sensitive areas such as the face that require superficial injections.

Pediatric Patients: Their thin structure can increase injection comfort in children.