Medical gas
What are Medical gas?
Nitrous Oxide – A medical gas is used in numerous surgical procedures as both an anesthetic and analgesic. Nitrogen – A medical support gas primarily used for powering surgical tools and other equipment. Carbon Dioxide – Used for less invasive surgeries.
Compressed gas: A large, metal cylinder stores 100% oxygen as a gas under pressure. The cylinder has a regulator to control the flow of oxygen.
The term “designated medical gas” is defined to include oxygen, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, carbon dioxide, helium, carbon monoxide and medical air that meet the standards set forth in an official compendium.
List of Medical gas
