The value and limitations of protective gloves in medical health service: Part I

The value of protective gloves in the health care environment is well known. However, these gloves are not perfect. Some are permeable to microorganisms and various chemicals, and/or result in side effects for health care professionals. Gloves that offer the greatest protection and least side effects are highly desirable. Field of application rules and regulations, materials and manufacturing, and test methods of protective gloves are described in Part I of this three part series.