General Surgery Kit
Choose a mouse or rat general surgery kit with micro forceps, spring scissors, dissecting forceps, scalpels, a needle holder and sutures.
Louise Corscadden, PhD
Director of Science · ConductScience
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Key Specifications
Full details →- Model fit
- Mouse, Rat
- SKU family
- CS-958427
- Shipping box
- 65.0 x 36.0 x 27.0 cm
- Ordering
- Online checkout and quote request available
- Category
- Surgical Instruments
- Build notes
- Terylene, Stainless Steel
Check the included instrument sizes and quantities under Setup & Support.
Material
- Terylene
- Stainless Steel
Display Type
- None
Research Domain
- Cancer Research
- Cardiovascular Research
- Developmental Biology
- Metabolic Research
- Neuroscience
- Toxicology
Automation Level
- manual
Shipping weight
- 4.41 lb
Shipping box
- L: 65.0 cm
- W: 36.0 cm
- H: 27.0 cm
| Model | SKU | Listed price | Status | Shipping box |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mouse | RWD-GSP0009-M | $690.00 | Available | 65.0 x 36.0 x 27.0 cm |
| Rat | RWD-GSP0009-R | $765.00 | Available | 65.0 x 36.0 x 27.0 cm |
Practical Tips
Inspect forceps tips under magnification before each use to ensure proper alignment and smooth closure.
Why: Misaligned tips can cause tissue crushing rather than precise grasping.
Arrange instruments in order of anticipated use on the sterile field to minimize handling during procedures.
Why: Reduced instrument manipulation maintains sterile conditions and improves procedure efficiency.
Use forceps rather than fingers when mounting or removing scalpel blades from handles.
Why: Prevents accidental cuts and maintains sterile technique during blade changes.
Test scissor cutting action on practice materials before beginning procedures to verify smooth operation.
Why: Spring mechanisms may require adjustment after sterilization or storage periods.
If forceps develop excessive play at the joint, apply instrument lubricant to the pivot point.
Why: Joint wear from repeated sterilization can affect precision but is easily corrected.
Document instrument lot numbers and sterilization dates for each procedure to track performance consistency.
Why: Enables correlation of surgical outcomes with instrument condition and maintenance history.
Store instruments in the provided portfolio with tips protected to prevent damage during transport.
Why: Tip damage from contact with other instruments can compromise precision in subsequent procedures.
Setup Guide
What’s in the Box
Included instruments by species
| Instrument | Mouse kit quantity | Rat kit quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Forceps, straight, head length 36 mm, Tip 0.05 × 0.01 mm, 11 cm | 1 | 1 |
| Micro forceps, 45° angled, head length 30 mm, Tip 0.1 × 0.06 mm, 11 cm | 1 | 1 |
| No. 3 solid scalpel handle with ruler, 12.5 cm | 1 | 1 |
| No. 11 scalpel blades (100 blades per box) | 1 box | 1 box |
| 5-0 sutures with needles | Included | Included |
| OLSEN-HEGAR Needle Holders with Scissors, straight, 1.5 mm, 12 cm | 1 | 1 |
| VANNAS Spring Scissors (Triangular); sharp/sharp, straight, 8 cm | 1 | 1 |
| VANNAS Spring Scissors (Triangular); sharp/sharp, curved, 8 cm | 1 | 1 |
| Colibri eye speculum, 20 mm spread, 4 cm | 1 | Not included |
| IRIS Dissecting Forceps, straight, Tip width 1 mm, 10 cm | 1 | 1 |
| IRIS Dissecting Forceps, slightly curved, Tip width 1 mm, teeth length 13.5 mm, 10 cm | 1 | 1 |
| IRIS Dissecting Forceps-Large curved, Tip width 1 mm, teeth length 10 mm, 10 cm | 1 | Not included |
| IRIS 1x2 Teeth Tissue Forceps, straight, Tip width 1.3 mm, 10.5 cm | 1 | 1 |
| IRIS-Fine Scissors; sharp/sharp, straight, 10.5 cm | 1 | Not included |
| IRIS-Fine Scissors; sharp/sharp, curved, 9 cm | 1 | Not included |
| HARTMAN Mosquito Forceps, straight, 0.8 mm, 10.5 cm | 1 | Not included |
| HARTMAN Mosquito Forceps, curved, 1 mm, 10 cm | 1 | Not included |
| Instrument Storage Portfolio | 1 | 1 |
| 7-0 sutures with needles | Not included | Included |
| ALM 4x4 Teeth Retractors-Blunt, 65 mm Spread, 7.5 cm | Not included | 1 |
| IRIS Dissecting Forceps-Large curved, Tip width 0.9 mm, teeth length 10 mm, 10 cm | Not included | 1 |
| IRIS-Fine Scissors; sharp/sharp, straight, 11.5 cm | Not included | 1 |
| IRIS-Fine Scissors; sharp/sharp, curved, 11.5 cm | Not included | 1 |
| HALSTED Artery Forceps, straight, 1 mm, 12.5 cm | Not included | 1 |
| HALSTED Artery Forceps, curved, 1 mm, 12.5 cm | Not included | 1 |
Your quote will confirm the quantity and packaging of the included sutures.
Warranty
ConductScience provides a one-year manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship for all reusable instruments. Technical support is available for proper use and maintenance guidance.
Compliance
References
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Where can I check the included instruments?
Setup & Support lists each instrument and its quantity. For mouse and rat options, use the quantity column for your selected species.
How are the instruments stored?
The kit includes an instrument storage portfolio.
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