The medical procedure of puncturing a vein with a needle, typically to withdraw blood for diagnostic testing or to administer intravenous therapies.
A trained healthcare professional specializing in venipuncture, responsible for collecting blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood toward the heart, commonly used for venipuncture due to accessibility and visibility.
A brand of blood collection tubes with a vacuum-sealed system, allowing for the automatic withdrawal of a predetermined blood volume during venipuncture.
A needle device with flexible wings for stability during venipuncture, often used for patients with challenging veins or for short-term intravenous access.
A substance used to clean and disinfect the skin before venipuncture to reduce the risk of infection.
A tight band applied around the arm above the intended venipuncture site to temporarily slow down blood flow, making veins more visible and accessible.
The thickness or diameter of the needle, with lower gauge numbers indicating larger needles, often selected based on the patient’s vein size and the purpose of venipuncture.
The visual confirmation of blood entering the needle hub during venipuncture, indicating successful entry into the vein.
A localized collection of blood outside the blood vessels, often resulting from a leak during or after venipuncture.