Assisted reproduction needle, single-use

An assisted reproduction needle, single-use is a sterile, hollow metal instrument with a sharp beveled tip designed for use in procedures such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT). It is used to retrieve gametes from the body or to introduce gametes, zygotes, preembryos, or embryos into the reproductive tract, and may feature a single or double lumen, sometimes with an integrated needle guide for ultrasound assistance.

As a single-use device, it is intended for one procedure and then discarded, and is supplied in a sterile condition. Regulatory oversight focuses on ensuring sterility, material safety, and performance for its intended clinical use, with classification determined by jurisdiction based on risk assessment.