Stat Medical Devices
The first step in getting an accurate glucose test is getting a good sample to test
(“finger sticks,” as they are called).
It all starts with proper lancing, or puncturing, of the test site to draw out a small sample of blood.
Stat Medical Devices, Inc. is a leader in lancets and lancing devices, including such well known brand names such as Qwik-Let®, Stat-Let®, Pedi-LetTM and Super-FineTM.
Get it Right the First Time
Using Stat lancing devices and Stat lancets, you can ensure that you get enough blood the first time — eliminating painful “re-sticks” — while maximizing comfort. Just follow these tips to get a proper blood sample each and every time:
- Thoroughly wash and dry your hands (besides cleaning the area, the warm water can help get blood flowing to your fingers).
- Dangle and shake your hand a few times, then massage your hand and finger by stroking down toward the puncture site (avoid touching the cleaned area on the finger that you wish to puncture).
- Place the Stat lancing device firmly against the puncture site and push the release button.
- Wait a few seconds and then stroke down the finger towards the puncture site to form a drop of blood. Do not squeeze around the puncture site.
- Apply the drop of blood to a glucose test strip or test sensor.
- Wipe the puncture site with a dry, clean facial tissue.
- Put pressure on the puncture site until the bleeding stops.
Choose the Right Diabetic Testing Equipment
With a finger stick, the goal is to get enough blood for a sample without too much discomfort. That’s why Stat Medical Devices provides lancets in a variety of sizes (gauges), and all Stat lancing devices feature adjustable penetration depths.
Stat-Let® Comfort Thins — Stat Medical Devices offers 7 models of these disposable lancets — all of which can be used with most current models of lancing devices. The ultra-fine Comfort Thins/Ultra is one of the thinnest lancets available and is perfect for today’s meters that require smaller sample sizes. (Remember to never reuse Stat lancets, which can lead to calluses, infections and increased pain.)
Stat-Let Comfort Thins/Safety 28 g. — Stat lancets don’t get safer than this. Featuring a locking barrel that slides over the tip after use, this unique safety product is perfect for use by younger patients and for active adults. Just cap the lancet until a proper disposal container can be found.
Qwik-Let® Lite & Qwik-Let® Ultimate Lancing Devices — The patented design makes these Stat lancing devices light and compact enough to go anywhere. In fact, they are among the smallest lancing devices on the market (less than 3.5” long).?The Qwik-Let® Lite features 5 depth settings, and the Qwik-Let® Ultimate comes with 8 settings for increased comfort. Best of all, they work with all Stat lancets and the majority of other available lancets. And both of these Stat lancing devices feature an optional cap for alternate site testing.
Super-Fine & Super-Fine Micro Pen Needle — Stat Medical Devices has applied its expertise in the field of lancets and lancing devices to an innovative line of pen needles engineered for less pain and more comfort. The silicone coating and specially engineered needle tips are designed to reduce friction and minimize pain, And Super-Fine Micro is one of the thinnest and shortest needles on the market today. In addition to fitting Stat lancing devices, these needles can be used with most currently available insulin pens.
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