What size gauge are Microlet lancets?

Description. Microlet® lancets for use with Microlet®2 lancing device. 100 sterile lancets (28 gauge) in assorted colors.

Are lancing devices Universal?

There are a variety of different lancets and lancing devices on the market, not all of which fit together. Some companies make universal lancing devices, but this is not the case for every manufacturer. In some doctors’ surgeries, professional lancing devices can be used by many patients.

What lancets does Contour next use?

MICROLET®NEXT

  • Locking endcap helps prevent accidental lancing.
  • 5 clearly visible depth settings.
  • Smooth-gliding mechanism to minimize noise.
  • Easy-to-use lancet ejector.
  • Uses silicone-coated MICROLET® lancets for smooth gliding into the skin.

Which is thinner 30 gauge or 28 gauge?

One way to remember the gauge size and who it may be suitable for; the smaller the number listed as the gauge, the thicker the needle; the larger the number listed as the gauge, the thinner the needle….AskNadia: My Walgreen’s True Metrix Lancet Gauge.

Thicker Skin For General Use Thinner Skin 28 0.37mm± 0.015mm
30 0.32mm± 0.015mm
33 0.20mm± 0.015mm

Which is smaller 30 gauge or 33 gauge lancets?

In clinical practice, patients can select thinner (33 gauge) or thicker (30 gauge) lancets with most lancing systems and that choice may depend on their individual sampling needs, the condition of their skin, or their individual tolerance or perception of pain.

Can you use different brand lancets?

Lancet manufacturing companies recommend to change the lancet with each use. But of course they will say that, they want us to consume more so we have to reorder sooner and fill their pockets. They state it is so that the fingerpick is not painful and to keep us safe from infections.