Lancets

Safety Lancets
  • Assure Lancet Arkray USA

    Assure

    Assure Push Button Safety Lancet Device for Diabetes Testing

    The safety lancets are set in different pre-measured needle gauge sizes and depth for the convenience of a single poke to draw blood on the initial try and reduce the need for secondary sticks.The hidden-needle construction and automatic after-use...

    As low as $25.25
  • Surgilance Lancet Medipurpose

    Surgilance

    Surgilance Push-Button Safety Lancet, Diabetes Supplies, 21G, 2.8 mm

    The Surgilance Safety Lancet is a puncture device to obtain micro blood samples. SLN240 have a sharps prevention feature to protect the user from a needle stick injury.Safe, Easy & Effective Taking patient samples has never been easier Low, medium and...

    As low as $20.38
  • Surgilance Lancet Medipurpose

    Surgilance

    Surgilance Push Button Safet Lancet, Diabetes Supplies - 1.8 mm, 21G

    Surgilance Safety Lancet is used for convenient micro blood sampling, offering simplicity and single-use safety for healthcare professionals as well as patients.Safe, Easy & Effective Taking patient samples has never been easier Low, medium and high...

    As low as $20.73
  • Assure Lancet Arkray USA

    Assure

    Assure Safety Lancet, Push Button Activation - 1.8 mm, 21G

    The safety lancets are set in different pre-measured needle gauge sizes and depth for the convenience of a single poke to draw blood on the initial try and reduce the need for secondary sticksThe hidden-needle construction and automatic after-use lockout...

    As low as $16.99
  • Assure Lancet Arkray USA

    Assure

    Assure Low Flow Lancet for Diabetes Blood Sampling - 25G, Push-Button

    Assure Lance Plus Safety Lancets are a professional-grade, single-use devices designed for multi-resident settings. The intuitive design of the safety lancet is intended to increase ease of use, while the smooth, tri-bevel needle is designed to maximize...

    As low as $17.99
Lancets

Of all the items which fall under the heading of diabetic supplies, lancets are the one that is seldom discussed. But having the right kind of lancet or lancet device and using it correctly can impact how comfortable diabetic testing is for you.

What Is a Lancet?

A diabetic lancet is a sterile needle embedded in a plastic tube and covered with a plastic cap. Lancets are an essential part of any diabetes tester kit and prick your finger to test your blood glucose with glucose test strips.

How to Use a Lancet

You can use a lancet on its own, but most people with diabetes prefer to use what’s commonly called a lancet device or lancer.

To use a lancet without a lancet device, simply twist off the plastic cap to expose the needle, take a breath, and prick your finger hard enough to draw a drop of blood. If that doesn’t sound like a task you’re up to, a lancing device is probably a better option.

Each device will be slightly different — and will come with its own instructions — but in general, to use a lancing device:
  • Remove the cap from the device.
  • Load a new lancet.
  • Remove the cap from the lancet and expose the needle.
  • Replace the device’s cap.
  • Cock the lancing device and touch it to the finger you wish to prick.
  • Click the button on the device to prick your finger.
  • Squeeze your finger to produce a drop of blood, and use your meter and test strip to check your glucose level.
  • Remove the cap from the device again.
  • Put the cap back on the used lancet and remove it from the device.
  • Recap the device.
You may need to adjust the depth setting on the device, which determines how deeply the needle penetrates, to strike a balance between the least discomfort and an adequate blood sample. Always dispose of used lancets either in a sharps container or a rigid plastic container with a lid.

Can I Use Any Lancet With Any Device?

While most lancets will fit most devices, they’re not universally compatible. Some lancets are round, for example, while others are square. So check that your lancets and device are compatible before you purchase.

What to Look for In a Lancet

If you have diabetes, you may need to use several lancets per day. Thin needles (28- or 30-gauge) will cause minor discomfort, but thicker needles (such as 23- or 25-gauge) may be necessary if you have rough or calloused skin.

You may need to experiment to find which works best for you. If your lancet device allows you to adjust the depth setting, this can help offset the thinness of finer needles.

With the right lancet and lancet device, diabetes can become slightly less uncomfortable. SimplyMedical offers a variety of lancet options along with other diabetic testing supplies.