By Admin 
History of injection: We all have got an injection in the hospital at some time. Whether it is for the treatment of fever, for a serious illness, or during vaccination, injection is an important part of our life. But have you ever thought that how was the syringe from which the medicine is inserted in your body, how was it discovered? Do you know that the syringe was once made by the urine of the animal and today the business of the same syringe has become billions of rupees.
What is a syringe?
The syringe is a medical device used to inject or remove a medicine or liquid in the body. It consists of a cylindrical tube and a plunger, which works to pull and release the medicine. When a needle is added to this tube, it takes the form of injection.
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How did it start?
The history of the syringe began in the 5th century. In 1656, Britain’s physicist Christopher Ren first used syringe technology to insert drugs in animal veins. At that time the syringe was manufactured with animal urine bag and bone tube. Gradually scientists made it worth using on humans and by the end of the 11th century, the syringe made of metal and glass started.
How has the form of syringe changed?
- Initially the syringe was used repeatedly and used
- Then the disposable plastic syringe started, which reduced the risk of infection
- Today, auto-disabled syringe, prefilled syringe and safety syringe are being used, which are safe and convenient.
How big is this market?
- Medical device sector in India is growing rapidly and syringe is an important part of it.
- India’s syringe market was about ₹ 3,198 crore in the year 2023
- Global syringe market has reached about ₹ 55,230 crore in 2023
The history of the syringe is as interesting as it is, its development is also inspiring. The journey from the equipment made from animal organs to today’s state-of-the-art, safe and single-use syringe is a major achievement of medical science. Today it is not only saving the lives of people, but is also making significant contribution in the economy of the country and the world.
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