Overview
Latex examination gloves are the traditional medical exam glove, available in powdered (cornstarch-powdered) and powder-free versions. Powdered versions are banned in some markets (e.g., the US FDA banned powdered medical gloves in 2016) due to allergy and contamination concerns.
Materials
- ✓Natural rubber latex
Key Features
- ✓High tactile sensitivity
- ✓Comfortable fit
- ✓Available in sterile and non-sterile
- ✓AQL 1.5 medical grade
✓ Pros
- +Best tactile feel
- +Comfortable for long shifts
- +Trusted by long-time practitioners
✗ Cons
- −Latex allergy risk
- −Powdered versions restricted or banned in some markets
- −Increasingly replaced by nitrile
Who Uses Latex Exam?
DoctorsNursesDentistsVeterinariansPharmacy staff