IV drip
device · 1831 · Industrial Revolution
Intravenous infusion of solutions (Latta).
What it is made of
Principles and materials it uses
- Gravity flow — uses. The solution flows under gravity.
- Glass — is made of. Early drips used glass bottles.
- Natural rubber — is made of. And rubber tubes.
Where it is used
- Blood transfusion — is used in. A transfusion set.