| exam gloves are integral supplies for sanitary medical | | | | industry due to their resistance to many chemicals. |
| care. They create a barrier between the patient and | | | | Nitrile gloves are also used outside of the medical |
| the caregiver to limit the transfer of bodily fluids and | | | | profession for purposes as diverse as tattooing and |
| infectious matter. This helps protect both the patient | | | | gardening. |
| and the medical professional from infection. Medical | | | | Vinyl exam gloves, made of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), |
| exam gloves are made of either latex, nitrile or vinyl. | | | | are latex free and a secondary alternative to latex |
| Below is an overview of the different types of exam | | | | gloves. They are often used in the food service |
| gloves: | | | | industry due to their non-reactive nature. They are also |
| Latex gloves are the original medical exam gloves, and | | | | good for protecting the hands during activities such as |
| also the most common type used by medical | | | | painting and cleaning. Their lower cost and versatility |
| professionals today. They are strong, elastic and | | | | make vinyl gloves the preferred choice for many |
| proven to prevent the transmission of infections. Latex | | | | non-medical applications. |
| gloves are the thickest and most protective of the | | | | Within these three main categories of exam gloves, |
| different glove types, but are not without drawbacks. | | | | there are a wide variety of options to consider to |
| Because a small percentage people are allergic to | | | | accommodate your needs and preferences. When |
| latex, disposable nitrile gloves have been developed as | | | | shopping for disposable gloves for medical use or |
| an alternative. | | | | another application, ensure that you are purchasing the |
| Disposable nitrile gloves are made with a synthetic | | | | correct type of glove for your intended purpose. For |
| latex and can be used by people with latex allergies. | | | | more information or help choosing exam gloves or |
| They are widely used in medical facilities and are | | | | other disposable medical supplies, please call MEDNET |
| known for their comfort and puncture resistance. The | | | | Direct at 1-877-MEDNET-YES. |
| uses of disposable nitrile gloves go beyond the medical | | | | |