Smiths Medical 1050M - Neoheel Safety Lancet - Neoheel Lancet, Micro Preemie, 0.65 mm Depth, 50 Per/Bx
The Smiths Medical 1050M Neoheel Safety Lancet is specifically designed for safe, precise, and minimally invasive blood sampling in neonates, particularly micro preemie patients. Engineered with clinical accuracy in mind, this lancet provides a controlled incision depth of 0.65 mm, making it ideal for delicate neonatal skin where precision and safety are critical.
This device supports consistent capillary blood sampling while minimizing discomfort, reducing the risk of tissue damage, and improving patient outcomes. The Neoheel design is optimized for heel sticks, a standard procedure in neonatal care settings, ensuring reliable blood flow with minimal trauma.
Each box contains 50 sterile, single-use safety lancets, making it suitable for hospitals, neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), and pediatric clinics that require dependable and hygienic blood collection solutions.
Key Benefits
The Neoheel Safety Lancet offers a controlled penetration depth of 0.65 mm, ensuring safe use for extremely low birth weight infants and micro preemies. This precise depth minimizes the risk of over-penetration and tissue injury.
The automatic safety mechanism ensures that the blade retracts immediately after use, reducing the risk of accidental needlestick injuries and cross-contamination. This enhances safety for both patients and healthcare professionals.
The device is designed to deliver consistent incision performance, improving blood sample quality and reducing the need for repeat procedures. This contributes to better patient comfort and workflow efficiency.
The ergonomic design allows for easy handling and accurate placement, even in high-pressure clinical environments such as NICUs.
Compatibility and Applications
This safety lancet is specifically developed for neonatal blood collection, particularly for micro preemie infants with highly sensitive skin. It is commonly used for heel stick procedures in neonatal screening, blood glucose monitoring, and diagnostic testing.
The Neoheel Safety Lancet is compatible with standard neonatal care protocols and is widely used in hospitals, pediatric units, and specialized neonatal facilities.
It is suitable for use in:
Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs)
Hospital maternity wards
Pediatric clinics and diagnostic labs
Point-of-care testing environments requiring neonatal sampling
Usage Guidelines
Before use, ensure that the selected puncture site is appropriate and properly cleaned according to clinical protocols. Position the lancet securely against the infants heel, ensuring correct placement for optimal blood flow.
Activate the device by applying gentle pressure until the lancet triggers. The blade will automatically retract after the incision is made, ensuring a safe and controlled procedure.
After use, dispose of the lancet immediately in an approved sharps container. Each device is single-use only and should never be reused to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
Follow institutional guidelines and best practices for neonatal blood collection to ensure accurate results and patient safety.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical Neoheel Safety Lancet is manufactured in compliance with stringent medical device quality standards. It meets applicable regulatory requirements for sterile, single-use medical devices used in neonatal care.
Each lancet is individually sterilized to ensure patient safety and infection control. The device design adheres to safety standards aimed at reducing sharps injuries and enhancing clinical reliability.
Healthcare providers can rely on this product for consistent performance in compliance with modern healthcare regulations and safety expectations.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared to standard neonatal lancets, the Neoheel Safety Lancet offers enhanced safety features such as automatic blade retraction, which significantly reduces the risk of accidental injury.
The precise 0.65 mm depth makes it particularly suitable for micro preemies, whereas many competing products may offer less controlled penetration, increasing the risk of complications.
The consistent incision quality reduces the need for repeat procedures, giving it an advantage over lower-quality alternatives that may produce inconsistent blood flow.
Additionally, its ergonomic and intuitive design improves usability for clinicians, making it a preferred choice in high-demand neonatal environments.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
This product is primarily used by healthcare professionals working in neonatal and pediatric care settings. Typical users include neonatal nurses, pediatricians, laboratory technicians, and clinical staff responsible for diagnostic testing in newborns.
It is especially valuable in scenarios where precision and safety are critical, such as testing premature infants or those with low birth weight. The lancet supports routine screenings, metabolic testing, and blood glucose monitoring in newborns.
Hospitals and clinics that prioritize patient comfort, safety, and reliable diagnostic outcomes will find this product highly effective in daily operations.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
Always use a new sterile lancet for each procedure to prevent infection and ensure optimal performance. Store the product in a clean, dry environment, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Ensure that staff are properly trained in neonatal blood collection techniques to maximize the effectiveness of the device and minimize patient discomfort.
Regularly review clinical protocols and ensure compliance with infection control guidelines when handling and disposing of used lancets.
Maintain adequate stock levels to support uninterrupted clinical workflows, especially in high-volume neonatal care settings.
Regulatory and Safety Information
This product is intended for professional medical use only and should be used in accordance with established clinical guidelines. It is a single-use device and must be disposed of after one application.
Improper use may result in inadequate blood samples or potential injury. Always follow manufacturer instructions and institutional policies for safe handling and disposal.
Use only on appropriate patient populations as indicated, specifically neonates and micro preemie infants, to ensure safe and effective results.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 1050M Neoheel Safety Lancet - Neoheel Lancet, Micro Preemie, 0.65 mm Depth, 50 Per/Bx, and add it to your cart. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. For bulk orders, quotes, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
