Key Components
- Needle: A short, fine stainless steel needle with a beveled tip.
- Wings: Two soft plastic wings that resemble a butterfly, allowing for easy handling and skin stabilization.
- Tubing: A clear, flexible tube connecting the needle to the connector.
- Connector: A Luer lock fitting that attaches to syringes, vacuum tubes, or IV lines.
- Safety Device: Many modern sets have a safety mechanism to prevent needle-stick injuries.
Uses
- Phlebotomy: Drawing blood samples.
- IV Therapy: Administering medications, fluids, or blood transfusions.
- Special Populations: Ideal for pediatric (infants/children) and neonatal patients, or adults with difficult-to-access veins (e.g., in hands/wrists).
Advantages
- Patient Comfort: Minimal tissue damage due to the fine needle.
- Versatility: Can be used for both infusions and blood collection.
- Accuracy: Reduces blood cell breakage, improving diagnostic results.
- Safety: Integrated safety features reduce infection risks.




















