Our Top 6 Disposable Medical Gloves 2021

The main aim of medical gloves is to prevent cross-contamination between caregivers and their patients. Usually made from latex, nitrile or vinyl, these disposable gloves are designed to offer maximum dexterity and sensitivity, without the threat of breaking, leaking or tearing. Occasionally that will happen, so depending on what your job is in the medical industry, choosing the right medical glove is crucial.

Choosing the right medical gloves prevents contamination and protects your hands

This is where we come in. Here at MedicalSupplies.co.uk, we sell a wide range of medical gloves that are sourced from across the world, and trusted by doctors, surgeons and the NHS. To help you find the medical gloves for you, we've created this short guide giving you Our Best Medical Gloves.

Choosing the Right Medical Gloves

Choosing the right medical gloves is extremely important. There are plenty of different glove materials out there that claim to be ideal for medical environments, however some materials are better suited at different types of task. Generally, the type of task you're doing will dictate the type of glove that you choose, so before we begin, here's a short guide so you know where you are when it comes to buying your first box of medical-grade gloves.

• Latex Gloves: Latex is super reliable, offering strength, sensitivity, flexibility and is slightly more affordable than nitrile.
• Nitrile Gloves: The nemesis of latex is nitrile, a tough competitor that offers better durability and strength. It does lack in flexibility though, and users can find it a little less comfortable.
• Vinyl Gloves: It's easy to forget about vinyl because it isn't considered as strong as its counterparts. However, what it lacks in strength it makes up for in usability, with impressive comfort, affordability and flexibility.

Our Best Medical Gloves

Without further ado, we'll begin. Below are five gloves that we consider to be ahead of the market, each beating the other in their own way, and each proving suitable for different tasks. We'll start with our best gloves for surgery.

Our Best Surgical Gloves

Cardinal Health Protexis Latex Sterile Powder Free Surgical Gloves

The Cardinal Health Protexis Latex Sterile Powder Free Surgical Gloves are actually designed using a combination of latex and nitrile, meaning that they are of incredible strength for disposable gloves. That, combined with their unique Cardinal Health surgical glove mould gives them a large advantage over their competitors, offering superb strength, dexterity and sensitivity. The interlocking beaded cuff prevents contaminants from entering the gloves, ensuring that you and your patient stays protected.

Key Specifications: EN 455 - AQL 0.65, Thickness - 0.25mm, Length - 288mm, Colour - Light Brown, Sizes - 6 - 9, 50 Pairs Per Box.

Our Best Latex Free Surgical Gloves

Medline Neolon 2G Latex-Free Polychloroprene Sterile Powder-Free Surgical Gloves

For as strong and dexterous as latex is, it has it's downsides, one being its irritability that it can cause on the skin. If your patient or yourself is allergic is to latex, then we would recommend you try the Medline Neolon 2G Latex-Free Polychloroprene Sterile Powder-Free Surgical Gloves, which use second-generation polychloroprene to offer good grip, strength and protection. The gloves are powder-free to reduce any irritation too, while their super thin design makes them perfect for double gloving.

Key Specifications: EN 455 - AQL 0.65, Other Standards - ISO 13485, MDD 93/42/EEC, Thickness - 0.23mm, Length - 395mm, Colour - Light Brown, Sizes - 6 - 9, 50 Pairs Per Box.

Our Best Nitrile Medical Gloves

Aurelia Protege Medical Grade Nitrile Gloves

As said previously, nitrile offers superior strength and things are no different with the Aurelia Protege Medical Grade Nitrile Gloves. Combining comfort and strength, these gloves feature textured fingers which enables them to grip equipment in a tense and high pressure setting. While not strong enough for surgery, these gloves are well suited to regular examinations by doctors and nurses and medical care.

Key Specifications: EN 455 - AQL 1.5, Other Standards - EN 1186, EN 374, Thickness - 0.05 to 0.12, Colour - Light Brown, Sizes - Extra Small to to Extra Large, 100 Gloves Per Box.

Our Best Vinyl Medical Gloves

Polyco Finesse Powder-Free Clear Vinyl Disposable Gloves MPF25

The Polyco Finesse Powder-Free Clear Vinyl Disposable Gloves are a latex-free alternative for medium-risk medical applications such as care work and examinations. They are designed to resist penetration from micro-organisms, while the dexterous and sensitive design means that you are totally in control during a medical procedure. Textured fingertips offer a higher level of grip, meaning that you can be safe in the knowledge that your patient is in best possible hands.

Key Specifications: EN 455 - AQL 1.5, Other Standards - EN 1186, EN 374, EN 1149, Colour - Clear, Sizes - Small to Extra Large, 100 Gloves Per Box.

Our Best Latex Medical Gloves

Polyco GL880 Bodyguards Original Latex Disposable Gloves

Finally, latex gloves dominate the medical industry, and our list wouldn't be complete without our best medical grade, non-surgical latex gloves. The Polyco GL880 Bodyguards Original Latex Disposable Gloves are some of our best selling latex gloves, with a smooth powder-free surface that puts you firmly in control because of an exceptional level of sensitivity. Their durability prevents the gloves from tearing during use too, making them ideal for double donning during medical procedures.

Key Specifications: EN 455 - AQL 1.5, Colour - Light Yellow, Sizes - Extra Small to Extra Large, 100 Gloves Per Box.

Our Best Sharps Gloves

HexArmor Sharpsmaster 2 9014 Needle Stick Resistant Gloves

Lastly, we have something a little bit different. Working in medical environments means that occasionally you might have to dispose of needles, syringes and other sharp materials, and for this we recommend that you buy yourself a pair of the HexArmor Sharpsmaster 2 9014 Needle Stick Resistant Gloves, that use SuperFabric to offer exceptional resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures. These are the best gloves for removing sharps from your workplace, and a must have for any medical institution.

Key Specifications: EN 388 - 4544, Materials - Plastic, Polyester, Cotton, Colour - Orange and White, Sizes - 7 - 10, Sold as a Pair.

Protect You and Your Patient

Making sure that you wear the correct medical and surgical gloves is important. We understand this as well as you, which is why we sell a wide range of different gloves to ensure that you can find the gloves that you require. Below you can find links to our wider range of medical gloves.

• Latex Gloves
• Latex Surgical Gloves
• Latex-Free Gloves
• Latex-Free Surgical Gloves
• Nitrile Gloves
• Vinyl Gloves
• Sharps Gloves

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