Vaccination & Administration of Biologic Agents

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis277.T 1

The Syringe and Medications

VACCINE

SYRINGE

* Syringes come in many different sizes in order for them to be used for a variety of purposes. *

* Be sure to read all labels before using a vaccine, antibiotic. *

Vaccination & Administration of Biologic Agents

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis277.T 2

Injection Methods

Intramuscular (IM): Injected into the muscle tissue.

Subcutaneous (Sub-Q): Injected just beneath the skin.

Intradermal (ID): Injection made into the skin, between the skin ayers, not beneath it.

Intravenous (IV): Injected directly into the blood vessel.