Venipuncture

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Intravenous catheter

Venipuncture is a medical procedure primarily performed by phlebotomists, nurses, and medical laboratory scientists to obtain a blood sample from a patient for laboratory testing. The procedure is also used to administer intravenous therapies.

Procedure[edit | edit source]

The venipuncture procedure is performed using a hypodermic needle, a hollow needle commonly used with a syringe to inject substances into the body or extract fluids from it. The needle is inserted into a vein, typically in the arm, and blood is drawn into a vacuum-sealed vial for testing.

Uses[edit | edit source]

Venipuncture is most commonly used to collect blood samples for lab testing. These tests can help diagnose a variety of conditions, including anemia, infection, leukemia, and diabetes. It can also be used to administer intravenous therapies such as chemotherapy, antibiotics, and blood transfusions.

Risks and Complications[edit | edit source]

While venipuncture is generally a safe procedure, there are potential risks and complications. These include bruising, infection, phlebitis (inflammation of the vein), hematoma (a pooling of blood outside of the blood vessels), and fainting.

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