Insulin syringes are specifically designed for administering insulin injections. They come in different sizes to accommodate varying insulin doses. The size of the syringe used depends on the amount of insulin required.
- 0.3 mL syringes are for insulin doses below 30 units of insulin and are numbered at 1-unit intervals.
- 0.5 mL syringes are used for 30 to 50 units of insulin and are numbered at 1-unit intervals.
- 1.0 mL syringes are used for doses of more than 50 units of insulin and are numbered at 2 units per interval.
These syringes are typically disposable and made for one-time use to ensure sterility and reduce the risk of infections. They are also designed with features that make insulin administration easier and safer.
