What is the difference between a tuberculin syringe and an insulin syringe?
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Tuberculin Syringe
Tuberculin syring hold up to one half to one cubic centimeter of fluid. They are used to administer medication and perform a tuberculosis test called a PPD. Syringes are marked in increments of 0.01 cc. Needles are often 26 or 27 gauge in diameter and 1/2 to 5/8 inch in length.
Insulin Syringes
Insulin syringes come in one third, one half, and one cubic centimeter sizes. They are marked by units of insulin. A one cubic centimeter syringe can hold up to 100 units of insulin. Insulin needles are extremely fine and flexible. They range from 29 to 31 gauge in diameter and from 5/16 inch to 1/2 inch in length
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