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2. What is Phlebotomy? History, Risks, and Side Effects - WebMD

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   3 min read. Phlebotomy is when someone uses a needle to take blood from a vein, usually in your arm. Also called a blood draw or venipuncture, it’s an important tool for diagnosing many medical ...

3. 10 Important Blood Tests: What They Show, Why They're Done, More

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   1. Complete blood count. A routine complete blood count (CBC) checks for levels of 10 different components of every major cell in your blood: white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets ...

4. How to Prepare for a Blood Test - Healthline

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   Preparation tips for the day before your blood test. Here are preparation tips you can follow the day before your blood test: Check your doctor’s instructions carefully. For certain blood tests ...

5. What Is a Phlebotomist? - WebMD

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   Phlebotomists are medical professionals who draw blood and collect specimens for analysis. (Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images) The word "phlebotomy" comes from the Greek words "phleps," meaning ...

6. How Blood Is Drawn: Procedure, Tips to Relax, and More

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   The person drawing blood will likely cover the puncture site with a bandage. Some blood product types may take longer to donate. This is true for a special type of blood donation known as apheresis.

7. Phlebotomy - Wikipedia

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   Phlebotomy is the process of making a puncture in a vein, usually in the arm, with a cannula for the purpose of drawing blood. [1] The procedure itself is known as a venipuncture, which is also used for intravenous therapy. A person who performs a phlebotomy is called a phlebotomist, although most doctors, nurses, and other technicians can also ...