Disposable medical examination gloves and medical surgical gloves are both common hand protection devices used in the medical field. It is important to understand the differences between these two types of gloves before choosing the right ones.
Glove Properties
Disposable medical examination gloves are commonly made of latex, nitrile or PVC. These gloves are usually thinner, more flexible and suitable for short examinations and operations, with relatively low durability and protective strength.
Medical surgical gloves are thicker and made of natural or synthetic rubber. These gloves have higher strength, puncture resistance and chemical resistance for complex, prolonged surgical procedures. In addition, medical surgical gloves must undergo strict aseptic treatment to prevent the occurrence of infection during surgery.
Usage Scenarios
Disposable medical examination gloves are mainly used in non-surgical scenarios such as general medical examinations, handling contaminants, and laboratory work. These gloves provide basic protection against contact with patient body fluids and blood to avoid cross infection.
Medical surgical gloves are specifically designed for surgical procedures and are used to be worn by surgeons and operating room staff when operating in a sterile environment. They must meet more stringent sterility and durability requirements to ensure a higher level of protection for patients and medical staff during surgery.
Manufacturing Standards
Disposable medical examination gloves required to meet certain quality standards.They have lower sterility and protection requirements compared to surgical gloves.
Medical surgical gloves must meet higher manufacturing standards (e.g., China's YY 0469-2011 or the international standard ISO 10282) to ensure that the gloves provide a high level of protection and durability in sterile packaging.
Understanding the various types of gloves is the first key to choosing the right hand equipment.Keep in mind to choose the right gloves for your scenario and requirements.
