Latex Examination Gloves
Examination gloves can be made of vinyl, nitrile or latex. The natural latex
gloves are considered suitable in most situations. Latex gloves are the
gloves most popularly seen when visiting the doctor, dentist or hospital.
Inspite of the emergence of various gloves in the market, latex examination
gloves are still the most commonly used gloves in the health care setting to
protect both patients and caregivers.
Two types of latex gloves
- Lightly powdered latex gloves: These gloves contain a
small amount of food-grade cornstarch for easier donning.
- Powder-free latex gloves: These gloves contain no powder
and they undergo a high-tech, chlorination "bath" which in
turn help in reducing the presence of latex proteins, during the
manufacturing process.
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Sizes available
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Extra-large
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Latex examination gloves: Features and
benefits
Latex examination gloves are medical grade gloves that are non sterile. They
are considered the best for protection against pathogens. Moreover the
natural rubber latex allows proficiency in actions as it provides,
sensitivity, flexibility and durability. Latex gloves provide excellent
tactile sense in a thin, form-fitting glove. These gloves are used where the
exposure to blood and body fluids is more. The latex gloves are more durable
than the vinyl ones and can handle more stress. They may need to be changed
every 15 to 30 minutes. Manufactured from high-grade natural latex rubber,
these gloves need to be FDA registered for use in health care applications.
Applications
Besides being use in hospitals and health care sectors by doctors and
nurses, latex examination gloves are also used in
- Food processing
- Fiberglass fabrication
- Pharmaceuticals
- Maintenance
- Electronics assembly
- Janitorial and
- Canning
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