Smiths Medical 4043-2 - KIT, BLOOD SAMPLING, ARTERIAL, LUER SLIP, EACH

The Smiths Medical 4043-2 Arterial Blood Sampling Kit is a sterile, single-use solution designed for collecting arterial blood specimens directly from an established arterial line. The kit includes a 3 mL Line Draw luer slip syringe containing 23.5 IU/mL of dry lithium heparin and a Filter-Pro device.

This needle-free configuration supports efficient arterial blood gas sampling in hospitals, critical care departments, respiratory care settings, and other clinical environments where accurate blood gas and chemistry analysis is required. The controlled lithium heparin concentration helps prevent clot formation while reducing the risk of sample dilution.

Key Benefits

• 3 mL syringe capacity suitable for common arterial blood gas testing requirements
• Luer slip connection supports fast attachment to compatible arterial sampling lines
• Contains 23.5 IU/mL of dry lithium heparin to help maintain sample integrity
• Filter-Pro device supports controlled handling of the collected specimen
• Needle-free configuration helps simplify arterial line sampling workflows
• Sterile and intended for single-patient, single-use applications
• Compact kit format supports convenient storage and point-of-care availability

Compatibility and Applications

The Smiths Medical 4043-2 kit is designed for drawing arterial blood through a compatible arterial line with a luer slip connection. It may be used to collect specimens for arterial blood gas testing and other laboratory analyses requiring properly heparinized arterial blood.

Typical applications include measuring blood oxygenation, ventilation, acid-base balance, electrolytes, and other parameters supported by the receiving blood gas or laboratory analyzer. Compatibility with a specific arterial line, transfer device, or analyzer should be confirmed according to the equipment manufacturer's instructions and the healthcare facility's clinical protocol.

Usage Guidelines

1. Verify the product reference number, package integrity, expiration date, and sterility indicator before opening.
2. Follow the facility's approved arterial line sampling procedure and infection-prevention protocol.
3. Prepare the arterial line and discard any required waste volume according to institutional policy.
4. Connect the luer slip syringe securely to the compatible sampling port without contaminating the connection.
5. Withdraw the prescribed volume of arterial blood using controlled, steady aspiration.
6. Remove visible air bubbles promptly and mix the specimen gently to distribute the lithium heparin.
7. Label and transport the specimen according to laboratory requirements and applicable time limits.
8. Dispose of the used syringe and related materials in an approved biohazard container.

Certifications and Safety Standards

The Smiths Medical 4043-2 is classified as a sterile, single-use in vitro diagnostic blood collection device. The product is associated with FDA 510(k) K952516 and product code JKA for blood collection tubes, vials, systems, and related devices.

Healthcare facilities should use the product in accordance with its current labeling, instructions for use, applicable laboratory standards, infection-control requirements, and institutional policies. Regulatory status and approved use may vary by country or region.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with general-purpose syringes that require separate anticoagulant preparation, the Smiths Medical 4043-2 provides a purpose-designed arterial sampling syringe with a measured dry lithium heparin concentration. This may help standardize specimen collection and reduce preparation steps.

The luer slip connection is intended for clinicians and facilities that prefer rapid connection and disconnection from compatible arterial line ports. Luer lock alternatives may provide a threaded connection for applications where additional connection security is required. The appropriate configuration should be selected according to the arterial line system, institutional protocol, and clinician preference.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

The Smiths Medical 4043-2 Arterial Blood Sampling Kit is intended for trained healthcare professionals responsible for arterial specimen collection and blood gas testing. Typical users include respiratory therapists, critical care nurses, anesthesiology teams, emergency department clinicians, laboratory professionals, and other qualified medical personnel.

Common application settings include intensive care units, emergency departments, operating rooms, respiratory care departments, cardiac care units, recovery areas, and hospital laboratories. The kit is particularly useful when arterial blood must be collected from an existing arterial line without using a separate sampling needle.

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store unopened kits in a clean, dry location within the temperature range stated on the product packaging.
• Keep the product away from excessive heat, moisture, direct sunlight, and conditions that could damage the sterile barrier.
• Do not use the kit if the packaging is opened, punctured, wet, damaged, or past its expiration date.
• Use aseptic technique throughout connection, collection, disconnection, and specimen preparation.
• Remove air bubbles without delay because trapped air may affect blood gas measurements.
• Mix the specimen gently after collection to support even anticoagulant distribution.
• Do not shake the syringe vigorously, as excessive agitation may compromise specimen quality.
• Transport the sample promptly and follow the laboratory's requirements for handling, storage, and analysis.
• Rotate inventory by expiration date and routinely check stored kits for packaging damage.

Regulatory and Safety Information

This product is intended for arterial blood specimen collection through an arterial line and is not intended for injection. It should be used only by trained healthcare professionals familiar with arterial sampling procedures, bloodborne pathogen precautions, and specimen-handling requirements.

The Smiths Medical 4043-2 is supplied sterile for single use only. Do not reuse, reprocess, or resterilize the device. Reuse may result in contamination, infection, device malfunction, inaccurate test results, or cross-transmission between patients.

Confirm compatibility with the intended arterial line and blood gas analyzer before use. Follow the current manufacturer instructions and check relevant lot information, safety notices, and facility protocols. Report suspected product defects or adverse events through the appropriate institutional and regulatory channels.

How to Order

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