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Key Characteristics:
Size (Gauge): 26 Gauge (26G) – one of the smallest available.
Color: Purple or Violet.
Purpose: Administering fluids, medications, or drawing blood in patients with very small or fragile veins, such as newborns, young children, or the elderly, notes Romsons and Rocialle AcuteCare.
Flow Rate: Has a low flow rate, typically around 10 ml per minute, suitable for slow infusions, according to this YouTube video.
Material: Often made from biocompatible polyurethane, which softens at body temperature for patient comfort,
Design: Features include a sharp, easy-insertion needle, wings for stabilization, and sometimes a blood control valve for cleaner use, as seen in this Medilogic product description.