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Figure 2.2.8: Anatomical markers used to identify the deltoid injection site<br />

Subcutaneous injection sites<br />

Subcutaneous injections should be administered either over the deltoid muscle<br />

or over the anterolateral thigh. <strong>The</strong>re are no studies that describe any specific<br />

differences in the technique used for an ‘SC injection’ compared with a ‘deep<br />

SC injection’. Figure 2.2.9 demonstrates the recommended technique for any SC<br />

injection.<br />

Figure 2.2.9: A subcutaneous injection into the deltoid area of the upper arm<br />

using a 25 gauge, 16 mm needle, inserted at a 45° angle<br />

Photo courtesy Jane Jelfs NCIRS<br />

82 <strong>The</strong> <strong>Australian</strong> <strong>Immunisation</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong> <strong>10th</strong> edition

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