About This Item
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What sizes are available?
This post-mortem serpentine needle is available in 127 mm and 152 mm lengths and is sold in a pack of 12.
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What is the tip and eye type?
It features a regular cutting tip for controlled penetration through dense post-mortem tissue and a regular (thread-through) eye for use with your preferred suture.
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Is this needle suitable for live animal surgery?
No. It is designed specifically for post-mortem (necropsy) use and is not intended for live animal surgical procedures.
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What species is this needle suited for?
It is appropriate for livestock and large animal necropsy, including cattle, equine, swine, sheep, goats, and poultry.
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What material is the needle made from?
It is manufactured from high grade stainless steel for durability and reliable performance.
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Can I use any suture material with this needle?
Yes. The regular eye accommodates standard suture material; choose the size and type specified by your facility’s necropsy protocol.
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How is it packaged?
Each unit is supplied as 1 pack of 12 needles.
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