Medical Ultrasound Gel 5L

The following is detailed product knowledge about medical ultrasound gel:

Definition and Name

Medical ultrasound gel, that is, medical ultrasound coupling agent, is a gel-like substance used as a transmission medium between the probe and the skin during ultrasound examination or treatment operations.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients: Usually includes water, glycerin, propylene glycol, acrylic resin, xanthan gum, etc.

Other Ingredients: Some also contain triclosan for disinfection purposes, as well as an appropriate amount of preservatives and fragrances, etc.

Characteristics

Physical Characteristics: Colorless, odorless, transparent or translucent, in a gel state, with moderate viscosity and good thixotropy, and it does not flow.

Chemical Characteristics: The pH value is generally neutral, with good stability, not affected by climate change, without corroding the probe, and without any chemical reactions with human tissues.

Acoustic Characteristics: It has the same sound velocity as human tissues, so that the shape of the ultrasonic beam will not be distorted; the attenuation coefficient is very small, so that the signal-to-noise ratio will not be reduced, which is beneficial for detecting weak echo signals; it has an approximately equal acoustic characteristic impedance to human tissues, resulting in a small reflection loss.

Functions

Improve Imaging Quality: Fill the tiny gaps between the probe and the skin, reduce the reflection and scattering of ultrasonic waves at the air interface, enable more ultrasonic waves to penetrate the skin and enter human tissues, and thus obtain clearer and more accurate ultrasonic images.

Lubrication Function: Reduce the friction between the probe and the skin, allowing the probe to slide freely and smoothly on the skin surface, facilitating the operation of doctors, improving the efficiency of the examination, and also reducing the discomfort of the examinees.

Usage Method

Preparation: Ensure that the hands and the surface of the probe or the skin of the examination site are clean and dry.

Application: Apply an appropriate amount of medical ultrasound gel to the surface of the probe or the skin of the examination site, ensuring that the entire contact surface is covered.

Waiting: Wait for a while to let the gel fully moisten the skin or the probe to achieve a better coupling effect.

Examination: Gently press the probe on the skin and start the ultrasound examination. Add gel as needed during the examination.

Cleaning: After the examination, wipe off the gel on the skin with a paper towel or a towel. If necessary, wash it with warm water.

Precautions

Allergy Issues: Very few people may be allergic to certain components in the gel. If discomfort symptoms such as skin redness, itching, and swelling occur after use, inform the doctor immediately, stop using it, and receive anti-allergy treatment.

Avoid Contact with Wounds: Do not apply the gel to wounds, damaged or infected skin to avoid causing irritation or aggravating the infection.

Follow Medical Advice: Use it strictly according to the guidance of doctors or nurses, including the dosage and application site, etc.

Product Quality: Check whether the product packaging is intact before use. If the packaging is found to be damaged, expired, or the physical state has changed, do not use it.