Tuberculin Syringes
The Tuberculin syringes are a popular category of needle syringes comprising
a barrel with a printed scale, into which a needle of respective size is
fixed or glued on. The normal size of such syringe is 1cc syringe which is
fitted with a white/ blue/orange plunger with standard graduations. The
piston together with sealing ensures the function.
Such syringes are made of health-safe materials, usually fabricated with
chemical resistant borosilicate glass, having easy-to-read accurate
calibration lines. They have clear, bold scale markings which helps in
ensuring accurate dosage control.
Tuberculin syringes are very popular in pediatric units. These syringes are
often used primarily for skin tests or small subcutaneous doses. Tuberculin
syringes are also used inappropriately as an oral syringe.
