Administration

Insulin Syringe

A 1 mL or smaller syringe with a fine needle used for subcutaneous injection.

Definition

Insulin syringes — typically 29–31 gauge — are the standard for subcutaneous peptide injection because the thin needle minimizes tissue trauma. 0.3 mL and 0.5 mL sizes with 0.01 mL graduations are most common.

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