CE Marked sterile, single Use medical device marketed in the UK and EU by Cambridge Sensors Ltd under the Microdot brand.
Manufacturer operates an ISO 13485:2016 Certified medical device quality management system.
All devices marketed by Cambridge Sensors Ltd are stated to be CE marked and registered with the UK MHRA and US FDA.
Designed and supplied to meet applicable safety and performance requirements for lancets used in capillary blood sampling.
CE Marked sterile, single Use medical device marketed in the UK and EU by Cambridge Sensors Ltd under the Microdot brand.
Manufacturer operates an ISO 13485:2016 Certified medical device quality management system.
All devices marketed by Cambridge Sensors Ltd are stated to be CE marked and registered with the UK MHRA and US FDA.
Designed and supplied to meet applicable safety and performance requirements for lancets used in capillary blood sampling.
Single-use capillary blood lancets
Description
Microdot Plus Lancets 33G are sterile, single-use capillary blood lancets designed for use with compatible lancing devices, including those supplied in the Microdot+ and Microdot Max blood glucose monitor starter kits. Each box contains 100 ultra-fine 33-gauge lancets intended to provide a gentler puncture and improved comfort while still delivering an adequate capillary blood sample for blood glucose and other point-of-care tests. The lancets are suitable for routine self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) and professional testing in clinical settings, and are listed as a prescribable device in the UK with SKU 405-4979. Microdot is a trading brand of Cambridge Sensors Ltd, a UK-based manufacturer of diabetic equipment and safety sharps whose devices are CE marked and registered with the UK MHRA.
Bnefits
Ultra-thin 33G needle helps reduce puncture pain and improves comfort, especially for frequent testers.
Designed as single-use sterile lancets to support infection control and minimise cross-contamination.
Compatible with Microdot+ and Microdot Max lancing devices and with most popular universal lancing devices, providing flexibility in home and clinical use.
Fine-gauge design is optimised to obtain sufficient capillary blood for accurate blood glucose measurement while limiting tissue trauma.
Supplied in boxes of 100, providing a practical and cost-effective option for ongoing diabetes management.
Manufactured under a CE-marked, MHRA-registered medical device quality system via Cambridge Sensors Ltd.
Indications
Capillary blood sampling for self-monitoring of blood glucose in people with diabetes.
Capillary blood collection for other point-of-care tests that require a fingertip (or alternate site) blood drop and are compatible with 33G lancets.
Use in primary care, community clinics and secondary care as part of routine diabetes monitoring protocols.
Home monitoring of blood glucose levels when used with Microdot blood glucose meters or other compatible systems, under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
Composition
Needle: medical-grade stainless steel.
Gauge: 33G (approximately 0.20 mm diameter).
Tip: precision-ground, multi-facet (tri-bevel) needle tip designed to optimise penetration and comfort.
Lancet body: moulded plastic housing designed to fit compatible lancing devices.
Protective cap: plastic cap to maintain sterility prior to use.
Supplied sterile, single-use, non-pyrogenic and latex-free (per typical modern lancet specifications).
Formulation
Medical device only; contains no medicinal or pharmacologically active ingredients.
Single-use sterile lancets designed for use with a separate, spring-loaded lancing device.
Optimised for capillary blood sampling from fingertips or other approved lancing sites.
Packaging
Outer carton containing 100 individual Microdot Plus 33G lancets.
Each lancet supplied with its own protective cap to preserve sterility until use.
Carton printed with product name (Microdot Plus Lancets 33G), quantity (Box of 100), brand (Microdot), SKU/PIP code (405-4979) and regulatory markings, including CE mark.
Intended for dispensing by pharmacies and stocking in clinical settings, as well as direct supply via medical distributors.
Usage
For single use only; always use a new sterile lancet for each blood test.
Insert the lancet into a compatible lancing device (e.g. Microdot+ or Microdot Max device) following the device manufacturer’s instructions.
Twist off or remove the protective cap to expose the needle while it remains within the lancing device.
Adjust the lancing device depth setting based on skin thickness and comfort requirements, as advised by a healthcare professional.
Place the lancing device firmly against the chosen sampling site (commonly the side of a fingertip or another approved site) and activate the device to produce a small skin puncture.
Gently massage or squeeze the site if necessary to obtain an adequate blood drop for the test strip or sampling device.
After use, carefully remove the lancet from the lancing device and dispose of it immediately into an approved sharps container; do not attempt to recap or reuse.
Follow local guidelines for testing frequency, rotation of sampling sites and sharps disposal, and seek training from a healthcare professional on proper technique.
Contraindications
Do not use if the outer carton or individual lancets appear damaged, opened or contaminated.
Not suitable for venous or arterial sampling; intended only for capillary blood sampling.
Do not reuse lancets; reuse increases the risk of infection, blunting of the needle, pain and potentially inaccurate sampling.
Use with caution or consider alternative devices in patients with known hypersensitivity to stainless steel or other lancet materials.
Professional guidance is required when lancing patients with bleeding disorders, on anticoagulant therapy or with significantly impaired peripheral circulation.
Adverse Effects
Mild, transient pain or stinging at the puncture site.
Localised redness, small bruising or haematoma at the sampling site.
Rare risk of local infection if the skin is not adequately cleaned or if aftercare is poor.
Repeated lancing in the same area over time may contribute to callus formation or local skin thickening.
Storage Conditions
Store in a clean, dry location at room temperature.
Protect from excessive heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
Keep in the original carton until use to protect lancets and preserve labelling information.
Do not use beyond the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Keep out of reach of children and unauthorised users.
