venipuncture

• Procedimiento médico que consiste en punzar una vena a través de la piel, generalmente para extraer sangre para análisis, administrar medicamentos o colocar un catéter intravenoso.

A medical procedure involving the puncture of a vein through the skin, typically performed to withdraw blood for analysis, administer medication, or insert an intravenous line.

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   The puncture of a vein through the skin, typically to withdraw blood for analysis, start an intravenous drip, or inject medication or a radiopaque dye.

   punción venosa

   • The nurse performed a venipuncture to collect a blood sample.
   • Venipuncture is a routine procedure in hospitals for diagnostic tests.
   • The patient felt a slight pinch during the venipuncture.

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