Vacutainer Brand Luer Adapter

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510(k) Number

K921520 ↗

FDA Product Code

JKA

Device Class

Class II

Regulation

21 CFR Part 862.1675

Advisory Committee

Clinical Chemistry

FDA Decision

SESE Substantially Equivalent

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• What is the Vacutainer Brand Luer Adapter used for?

  The Vacutainer Brand Luer Adapter is designed to create a secure, sterile connection between blood collection tubes and medical tubing, such as catheters or Foley ports. This threaded Luer-Lok connection ensures stable fluid transfer during phlebotomy or catheter-based procedures, minimizing the risk of accidental disconnections while sampling blood or urine. It is specifically intended for clinical settings like hospitals, labs, and outpatient care.

• How is the Vacutainer Brand Luer Adapter supplied and prepared for use?

  The adapter is supplied sterile and packaged for single-use only. This ensures contamination-free connections when transferring fluids between collection tubes and catheters. Clinicians should follow standard sterile technique when attaching it to avoid compromising sterility before use.

• Can the Vacutainer Brand Luer Adapter be reused?

  No, the Vacutainer Brand Luer Adapter is explicitly intended for single-use only. Reusing it could introduce contamination risks or compromise the integrity of the connection, potentially leading to fluid leaks or sample compromise during procedures.

• What types of procedures or settings is this adapter compatible with?

  The adapter is compatible with standard Vacutainer blood collection systems and is suitable for procedures involving indwelling catheters, such as phlebotomy or urine sampling. It is commonly used in clinical environments like hospitals, laboratories, and outpatient care facilities where reliable fluid transfer is critical.

• How does the Luer-Lok design improve safety compared to slip-style adapters?

  The Luer-Lok design threads tightly onto the connector, creating a secure, tamper-resistant fit that prevents accidental disconnections during fluid transfer. This reduces the risk of spills, contamination, or sample loss—critical factors in procedures where maintaining a sterile and uninterrupted connection is essential.