Safety Lancets
ver 2.0 2019/03 319-5052100-00
ForaCare Suisse AG
Neugasse 55, 9000 St. Gallen, SWITZERLAND
www.foracare.ch
Product Description
FORA® Safety Lancets are sterile, single-use automated devices for skin puncture. The device consists of a stainless steel lancet in plastic housing. The lancet is manufactured from stainless steel and retracts automatically and permanently after a puncture, allowing controlled length and depth of the incision.
Intended Use
FORA ® Safety Lancets are designed for use in the daily capillary blood collection performed by qualified personnel. They are for single-use and should only be used by adequately trained healthcare professionals in clinical settings.
Safety Information
Read the following Safety Information thoroughly before using the device.
- Use this device ONLY for the intended use described in this manual.
- Do NOT use accessories that are not specified by the manufacturer.
- Do NOT use the device if the protective tab has been removed.
- Before using the safety lancet, read all the instructions thoroughly.
- Keep the safety lancets away from young children.
- HBV, HCV, HIV, and other infectious diseases can be transmitted through contact with biological samples.
- Discard all FORA ® Safety Lancets in biohazard containers approved for their disposal.
- Please wear disposable gloves during venipuncture and when handling blood collection tubes.
- Do NOT use FORA ® Safety Lancets after the expiry date.
Product Overview
Safety Information
Obtaining the Blood Sample
Please follow the instructions below before obtaining a drop of blood:
- Wash and dry your hands before starting.
- Select the puncture site on your fingertips.
- Rub the puncture site for about 20 seconds before penetration.
Preparing the Safety Lancet
- Twist and remove the cap.
- Press the lancet gently against the test site.
- Gently squeeze the finger to obtain a drop of blood.
- Discard used lancet in a puncture-resistant container.
* Do not use if the protective cap has been removed.
Important Information
- Storage condition: -20°C~50°C (-4°F~122°F), below ≤80% relative humidity.
- Store the safety lancets in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight and heat.
- Use each safety lancet immediately after removing the protective cap.
- Do not use the safety lancets beyond the expiry date.
- Keep the safety lancets away from children since they may be choking hazards.
Symbol Information
Symbol | Referent |
 | Consult instructions for use |
 | Use by |
LOT | Batch code |
 | Keep away from sunlight |
 | Keep dry |
| STERILE R | Sterilized using irradiation |
 | Do not reuse |
 | Storage/ Transportation temperature limitation |
 | CE Mark |
| Manufacturer |
 | Dispose of the packaging properly after use |
 | Caution, consult accompanying documents |
 | Do not use if the package is damaged |
 | Storage/ Transportation humidity limitation |
Specification
Dimensions : 42.5 (L) x 15.6 (W) x 11.2 (H) mm Weight : 2.5g
Features
- Tri bevel sharpened point
- Automated lancet
- Patented internal dual-spring mechanism
- Unique ergonomic design
- Gamma sterilized, 5 years shelf life
Storage/ Transportation Condition : -20°C~50°C (-4°F~122°F), ≤80% RH
Puncture Depth
- 26G : 1.8 mm
- 28G : 1.8 mm
- 30G : 1.6 mm
- 32G : 1.6 mm
- 33G : 1.6 mm
