The Tenderfoot^® device is a safe, effective method for obtaining blood samples from the heels of infants.

• The result is a high-quality blood sample with significantly less pain and trauma
• The tenderfoot produces a consistant incision that is controlled to a depth just above the nerve fibers
• Available in four different incision depths from micro-preemie to toddler

Incision vs. Puncture

Our patented devices perform a gentle, sweeping arc incision above the level of sensitive nerve fibers. The blade permanently retracts back into the device, eliminating any chance of an accidental stick and creates a high-quality incision resulting in a sample free of tissue contamination. Our devices are safe, easy to use, and virtually pain free with less bruising as compared with traditional lancet devices.