Smiths Medical 4036-2 - Blood Gas Kit Arterial Pulsator + LL 3mL w/ Lqud Sdm Hprn 200/Ca
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 Blood Gas Kit is an arterial blood sampling solution designed to support the collection of blood specimens for blood gas analysis in professional healthcare environments. Featuring a 3mL sampling capacity, an arterial Pulsator configuration, a Luer Lock connection, and liquid sodium heparin, this blood gas kit is intended to help clinicians obtain properly prepared arterial specimens for laboratory testing.
The 3mL syringe format provides practical capacity for arterial blood gas sampling while the Luer Lock connection supports a secure connection during clinical use. Liquid sodium heparin helps prepare the collection system for anticoagulated blood sampling, supporting specimen handling for blood gas and related laboratory analysis. Supplied in a case quantity of 200, Smiths Medical 4036-2 is well suited for hospitals, respiratory care departments, critical care units, emergency departments, and other facilities with routine arterial blood gas testing requirements.
Key Benefits
- Designed for arterial blood specimen collection for blood gas analysis.
- 3mL syringe capacity supports common arterial blood sampling requirements.
- Liquid sodium heparin helps prevent clot formation within the collected specimen when used according to established procedures.
- Luer Lock connection provides a secure interface with compatible components.
- Arterial Pulsator configuration supports controlled blood collection during arterial sampling procedures.
- Suitable for use in acute care, critical care, respiratory care, emergency, and laboratory settings.
- Case packaging of 200 units supports facilities with regular or high-volume blood gas testing needs.
- Designed for professional clinical workflows where reliable specimen collection and handling are essential.
Compatibility and Applications
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 Arterial Blood Gas Kit is intended for professional healthcare applications involving arterial blood specimen collection. It may be incorporated into established blood gas sampling workflows where a compatible 3mL heparinized collection device and Luer Lock connection are appropriate.
Typical applications may include:
- Arterial blood gas specimen collection.
- Respiratory status assessment and monitoring.
- Critical care and intensive care testing workflows.
- Emergency department blood gas sampling.
- Perioperative and anesthesia-related patient monitoring.
- Pulmonary and respiratory care procedures.
- Clinical laboratory specimen collection and processing.
Healthcare professionals should confirm compatibility with institutional protocols, collection accessories, analyzers, transport systems, and other equipment before use.
Usage Guidelines
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 Blood Gas Kit should be used only by appropriately trained healthcare professionals and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, institutional policies, and applicable clinical procedures.
- Inspect the packaging before use and do not use the product if the package is damaged, opened, or otherwise compromised.
- Confirm that the correct blood gas collection kit has been selected for the intended procedure.
- Follow established infection prevention, patient identification, and arterial blood collection procedures.
- Use appropriate aseptic technique throughout specimen collection.
- Collect the required specimen volume according to the applicable clinical and laboratory protocol.
- Handle and mix the specimen as required by institutional procedures to support proper distribution of the anticoagulant.
- Remove air bubbles when required by the applicable blood gas sampling protocol.
- Label, transport, and analyze the specimen promptly according to laboratory requirements.
- Dispose of the used device and associated sharps in approved containers according to facility policies and applicable regulations.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 Blood Gas Kit should be handled and used in accordance with the manufacturer's current labeling, instructions for use, and applicable healthcare facility requirements. Product specifications, regulatory status, and applicable certifications should be confirmed using the current manufacturer documentation for the specific catalog number before procurement or clinical use.
Healthcare facilities should follow applicable standards for infection prevention, sharps safety, specimen collection, bloodborne pathogen precautions, and medical waste disposal. Users should also follow their facility's established procedures for arterial puncture, specimen handling, and blood gas analysis.
Comparison with Competitors
When evaluating arterial blood gas collection systems, healthcare facilities commonly consider factors such as syringe capacity, anticoagulant type, connection design, sampling workflow, ease of specimen handling, packaging configuration, and compatibility with existing clinical protocols.
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 combines a 3mL format, liquid sodium heparin, an arterial Pulsator configuration, and a Luer Lock connection in a product designed for arterial blood gas sampling. Compared with basic non-heparinized syringes or collection devices that require additional specimen preparation steps, a dedicated blood gas collection kit can help standardize the arterial sampling workflow. Product selection should always be based on the facility's clinical requirements, laboratory procedures, analyzer specifications, and purchasing criteria.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 Arterial Blood Gas Kit is designed for use by trained healthcare professionals involved in arterial blood collection and blood gas testing workflows. Typical users may include respiratory therapists, nurses, physicians, laboratory professionals, critical care teams, anesthesia professionals, and other qualified clinical personnel.
Common application scenarios include collecting arterial specimens from patients who require evaluation of oxygenation, ventilation, or acid-base status. Blood gas testing is frequently incorporated into the care of patients in intensive care units, emergency departments, operating rooms, respiratory care departments, and other clinical environments where timely laboratory assessment may be required.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
- Store unused blood gas kits according to the manufacturer's recommended storage conditions.
- Keep products in their original packaging until ready for clinical use.
- Check packaging integrity and expiration information before use.
- Follow aseptic technique and standard precautions during arterial blood collection.
- Use only by trained personnel familiar with arterial sampling procedures.
- Follow laboratory guidelines regarding specimen volume, mixing, air removal, labeling, transport, and analysis time.
- Avoid unnecessary delays between specimen collection and blood gas analysis.
- Use the Luer Lock connection only with compatible components and ensure connections are properly secured.
- Follow institutional procedures for handling blood-contaminated devices and sharps.
- Do not reuse products designated for single-patient or single-use applications as specified by the manufacturer's labeling.
Regulatory and Safety Information
The Smiths Medical 4036-2 Blood Gas Kit is intended for professional healthcare use. Arterial blood sampling is an invasive clinical procedure and should be performed only by appropriately trained personnel using approved techniques and appropriate patient monitoring.
Always review the current product labeling and instructions for use before using the device. Follow standard precautions for exposure to blood and bodily fluids, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Used blood collection devices and sharps should be placed immediately into approved disposal containers in accordance with institutional policies and applicable local regulations.
Product specifications, packaging, availability, and regulatory information may be subject to change. Healthcare providers and purchasing departments should verify current manufacturer documentation and confirm that the product is appropriate for the intended clinical application before use.
How to Order
Select the Smiths Medical 4036-2 Blood Gas Kit Arterial Pulsator + LL 3mL w/ Lqud Sdm Hprn 200/Ca 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.
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