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Insulin syringes
Information
Insulin syringes are specially designed for administering insulin.
The picture below shows a U100 insulin syringe which can hold up to 1ml or 100 units of insulin. There are also other types available such as 0.5ml (50 units) and 0.3ml (30 units). Take care to ensure you have the correct syringe for the dose. 
Guidance
See how to draw up and inject insulin here.











