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Comparison of gloves
| Surgical gloves | Diagnostic gloves | Protective gloves | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shape | Anatomical shape, different for the right and left hand, the thumb pointing toward the palm part of the index finger. | Universal (they fit both the right and left hand) | Universal (they fit both the right and left hand) Household and heavy-duty gloves, anatomical shape (opposable thumb; different for the right and left hand) |
| Packaging | In pairs in an inner envelope and then in an outer envelope. | Bulk cardboard box/dispenser with the number of gloves declared by the manufacturer, e.g. 50 pcs, 100 pcs, 200 pcs based on weight | Bulk cardboard box/dispenser with the number of gloves declared by the manufacturer, e.g. 100 pcs; or packed in pairs in a plastic bag (for products different for the right and left hand) |
| Biological purity | Sterile: radiation sterilisation (gamma rays) – marked with the symbol R ethylene oxide sterilisation – marked with the symbol EO |
Non-sterile (can also be sterile) | Non-sterile |
| Glove length (in accordance with EN 455-2 or EN 420) | Min. 260 mm | Min. 240 mm | The length varies depending on the size, as per table 13. If the length differs from these values, the following notice is required: "intended for special purposes" |
| External surface | Textured on the whole grip surface / microtextured / additional texture at the finger tips | Smooth / textured on the whole surface / microtexture or sponge cake texture + texture at the fingertips / textured fingertips | Smooth / textured on the whole surface / microtexture or sponge cake texture + texture at the fingertips / textured fingertips / other variants |
| Recommended working time | Up to 2 hours | Up to 45 minutes | In contact with chemical substances – in accordance with instructions for use |
| Application | Invasive treatments which require sterile conditions (operating suite) | For conducting medical tests; for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures; for contact with infectious material (body fluids, secretions, excretions) | For protection against dirt; contamination and damage to the skin; for protection against microbiological, chemical, mechanical, thermal threats, etc. |
| Sizes | 5.0-9.0 | XS-XL | 6-11 |
| Use | single-use, | single-use, | single-use or reusable |
