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What is the typical use of a 15-17 gauge needle?
Collection of donor units, autologous blood donation, and therapeutic phlebotomy
What is the typical use of a 20 gauge needle?
Sometimes used when large-volume tubes are collected or large-volume syringes are used on patients with normal-size veins
What is the typical use of a 21 gauge needle?
Considered the standard venipuncture needle for routine venipuncture on patients with normal veins or for syringe blood culture collection
What is the typical use of a 22 gauge needle?
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What is the typical use of a 23 gauge needle?
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