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Cardinal Bouffant Cap, 1 Case of 750 (Surgical Headcovers) - Img 1

Key Features

Built to the spec
clinicians trust.

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Barrier-Performance Fabric

Fluid-resistant and antimicrobial-finish fabrics reduce microbial carry-over between patients and survive daily hot-water laundering.

02

Unisex and Gender-Specific Sizing

Full size run from XS to 5XL, with gender-specific tailoring options to accommodate the clinical workforce without compromising fit.

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Pocket Design for Clinical Tools

Reinforced pockets sized for stethoscope, penlight, pulse oximeter, phone, and ID badge — the essential clinician loadout.

04

Laundry-Durable Construction

Lockstitched seams, reinforced stress points, and color-fast dyes survive institutional hot-water and bleach laundry cycles.

Clinical Use / Clinician Apparel

How clinicians
use this product.

Clinician apparel — lab coats, warm-up jackets, scrub tops and pants, and physician bags — supports professional identity, infection-control workflow, and the practical demands of long clinical shifts. Fabric selection balances durability, launderability, and staff comfort.

Indications

Clinical use cases.

  • Standard professional attire for inpatient and outpatient staff
  • Infection-control workflow requiring change-out between assignments
  • Clinical settings with frequent fluid-exposure risk (OR recovery, ED)
  • Field and home-health clinicians carrying portable diagnostic kits
  • Student and resident identification in teaching hospitals

Application Technique

Step by step.

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Select fabric for setting.

OR and high-fluid areas require fluid-resistant fabrics. Routine outpatient work can use standard poly-cotton blends.

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Change when soiled.

Change immediately when visibly contaminated with blood, body fluids, or known infectious material. Do not continue shift in soiled apparel.

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Launder hot with detergent.

Institutional laundering at ≥160°F with detergent and chlorine bleach (where fabric-compatible) meets CDC guidance for healthcare laundry.

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Separate street and work clothes.

Change into work attire on site; do not wear home. Reduces community cross-contamination risk per CDC recommendations.

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Inspect pockets before laundry.

Empty all pockets — forgotten needles, sharps, or unit-dose meds are laundry-worker injury and contamination hazards.

Contraindications & Cautions

When not to use.

  • Do not continue working in apparel visibly soiled with blood or body fluid — OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen violation
  • Do not launder clinical attire with household items at home — CDC recommends institutional or separate-home laundering
  • Lab coats are not a substitute for fluid-resistant gowns in high-exposure work
  • Retire garments with worn seams, permanent stains, or compromised fabric barrier

Typical Care Settings

Where it's used.

  • All Clinical Settings
  • Inpatient Medical-Surgical Units
  • Operating Rooms and Procedure Suites
  • Outpatient Clinics
  • Home Health Field Staff

Clinical use information is provided for reference only. Always follow facility protocols, manufacturer instructions for use (IFU), and evidence-based practice guidelines. Consult the treating clinician before use.

Regulatory & Quality

FDA
N/A (professional apparel)
Latex
Latex-free
Sterility
Non-sterile
Biocompatibility
Skin-contact safe textile finishes

Standards & Certifications

  • CDC guidelines for healthcare laundry
  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030)
  • AATCC 100 antimicrobial performance (where applicable)

How It Compares

Cardinal vs. the alternatives.

A spec-by-spec comparison with the most common alternatives in the clinician apparel category. Clinical interchangeability varies — always verify with your care team or facility protocol.

Spec

This product

Cardinal Bouffant Cap, 1 Case of 750

Cardinal

Cardinal Bouffant Cap, 1 Carton of 75

Cardinal

Cardinal Bouffant Cap, 1 Each

Cypress

CAP, BOUFFANT SPP LF WHT 10G 24" (100/BG 10BG/CS)

Fluid-ResistantNoNoNoNo
Size Range———10 g

Comparison is provided for reference only. Brand names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. Specific SKUs may differ from category averages shown above.

Pairs With

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About the Brand

Cardinal.

A Fortune 15 healthcare distribution leader

Cardinal Health serves more than 90% of U.S. hospitals and manufactures a broad line of branded medical products — from wound care staples to advanced surgical supplies.

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FAQ / Clinician Apparel

Frequently asked.

Answers to the questions clinical buyers and care teams ask most about this product category.

What's the difference between a lab coat and a scrub jacket?

Lab coats are typically mid-thigh length, worn over street clothes or scrubs, and are the traditional physician/scientist garment. Scrub jackets are shorter, warm-up style, worn over scrubs for thermal comfort in cold OR or procedure rooms.

Are these fabrics fluid-resistant?

Varies by SKU. Standard poly-cotton blends are not fluid-resistant. Specially coated or treated fabrics provide a barrier for splash protection. Check the product specs for the barrier rating.

Can I launder at home?

CDC guidance recommends institutional laundry for clinical attire, or separate home laundering in hot water with detergent. Never mix with household items. Many facilities provide on-site laundry or laundry services as part of PPE workflow.

Are these unisex or gender-specific?

Both. Unisex fits are standard and economical. Gender-specific (tapered, women's, men's) fits better accommodate body shapes and are increasingly common. Specify your preference at order.

Do physician bags hold a full diagnostic kit?

Yes — clinician bags are sized for stethoscope, otoscope/ophthalmoscope set, BP cuff, pulse oximeter, reflex hammer, and disposables. Home-health variants add room for wound-care supplies and documentation.

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