It works the same way as an intravenous line does. IV sets can be used for blood transfusions, infectious illness infusions, and the infusion of life-saving drugs like antibiotics.

 

Chemotherapy and other lengthy infusions are also administered using IV sets.

 

An infusion set includes the thin plastic tubing that delivers insulin from the pump to your body. This tubing comes in different lengths to accommodate various needs. At the end of the tubing is either a soft, flexible cannula or a stainless steel needle