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Key Features

Built to the spec
clinicians trust.

01

Closed-System Fluid Path

Luer-lock connections, slide clamps, and anti-kink tubing maintain patent fluid paths through long infusions and transport.

02

Suction Containment

Sealed liners capture fluid waste safely — float shut-offs prevent overflow and aerosol escape back into the vacuum line.

03

Acoustic and Conductive Performance

Ultrasound gels match tissue acoustic impedance for image clarity; ECG gels maintain low-impedance electrode contact.

04

Clinically Standard Connectors

Luer, ISO 80369 (enteral safety connectors), and universal suction fittings match facility infrastructure — no adapter gymnastics.

Clinical Use / IV, Suction & Clinical Fluids

How clinicians
use this product.

Clinical fluid-path consumables — IV tubing and extensions, surgical suction canisters and liners, procedure-connector tubing, and ECG/ultrasound conductive gels. Quality here drives both patient safety and diagnostic accuracy.

Indications

Clinical use cases.

  • Peripheral and central IV therapy administration
  • Surgical and airway suction (procedural and bedside)
  • ECG electrode adhesion and signal conduction
  • Ultrasound imaging (diagnostic and procedural)
  • Fluid specimen collection and transport

Application Technique

Step by step.

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Inspect packaging and expiration.

Sterile IV and suction consumables require intact sterile packaging and unexpired lot. Any compromise = discard.

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Prime IV tubing.

Prime with the ordered solution to eliminate air, then attach to the patient. Use clamped, closed technique throughout.

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Set suction to ordered pressure.

Wall suction: 80–120 mmHg for adult airway; lower for pediatric. Exceeding pressure damages mucosa.

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Apply gel sparingly.

A small amount of ultrasound or ECG gel is sufficient. Excess gel contaminates probe/electrode contact surfaces and wastes supply.

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Dispose as contaminated waste.

Used canisters, tubing, and liners go to red-bag biohazard waste. Never pour suction contents down a drain.

Contraindications & Cautions

When not to use.

  • Do not exceed wall suction pressure ordered — mucosal trauma and hypoxia risk
  • Never reuse single-patient IV tubing or suction liners — cross-contamination risk
  • Do not use enteral feeding tubing with IV ports — ISO 80369 connectors exist specifically to prevent this
  • Check expiration on sterile packs before use

Typical Care Settings

Where it's used.

  • Operating Rooms and Procedure Suites
  • Emergency Department
  • ICU / CCU
  • Imaging and Cardiology
  • Home Infusion and Home Health

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
Class II (21 CFR 880.5440 IV set; 878.4730 suction canister)
Latex
Latex-free (modern clinical consumables)
Sterility
Sterile (IV and suction) / Non-sterile (gels)
Biocompatibility
ISO 10993 fluid-path tested

Standards & Certifications

  • FDA 510(k) Cleared
  • ISO 80369 (small-bore connectors)
  • AAMI ST79 (reprocessing)
  • USP Class VI (fluid-path polymers)

How It Compares

Cardinal vs. the alternatives.

A spec-by-spec comparison with the most common alternatives in the iv, suction & clinical fluids category. Clinical interchangeability varies — always verify with your care team or facility protocol.

Spec

This product

Medi-Vac® Flex Advantage® Suction Canister Liner, 3000 mL, 1 Each

Cardinal

Medi-Vac® Flex Advantage® Flexible Suction Liner Kit, 1500 mL, 1 Each

Cardinal

Medi-Vac® CRD™ Suction Liner, 3000 mL, 1 Case of 50

Cardinal

Medi-Vac® Guardian™ Suction Canister for use with Guardian™ Suction Canister Systems, 3000 mL, 1 Each

Single-UseReusableSingle-useReusableSingle-use
SizingAdultAdultAdultAdult

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

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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 / IV, Suction & Clinical Fluids

Frequently asked.

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

Are these IV tubing sets compatible with my pumps?

IV tubing compatibility is pump-specific. Most gravity sets are universal; pump-set cassettes are pump- and model-matched (Alaris, Baxter, Hospira, etc.). Verify set compatibility with your pump model.

What suction pressure should I use for airway suctioning?

Adult wall suction for airway: 80–120 mmHg. Pediatric: 60–100 mmHg. Neonatal: 60–80 mmHg. Higher pressures cause mucosal trauma and hypoxia. Always set to the lowest effective pressure.

What's the difference between ECG and ultrasound gel?

ECG gel is conductive and low-impedance to carry electrical signal between skin and electrode. Ultrasound gel is acoustic — matched to tissue impedance to transmit sound waves. They are not interchangeable.

Can I empty suction canisters down the drain?

No. Suction contents are biohazardous regulated medical waste. Use a disposable liner system or a closed-solidifier system for emptying — never pour to drain or to unprotected waste.

Do you carry ISO 80369 enteral safety connectors?

Yes — ISO 80369-3 (ENFit) enteral connectors prevent misconnection between feeding and IV lines. This is the standard for new enteral equipment and is required by many health systems.

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