arteries
You use your thumb to keep the vein from "rolling" while doing a venipuncture.
The three common sites for venipuncture in dogs are the cephalic vein, located on the front leg; the jugular vein, found in the neck; and the femoral vein, located in the inner thigh. The cephalic vein is often preferred for its accessibility and ease of handling, while the jugular vein allows for larger volume draws. The femoral vein is typically used in specific cases, such as when other sites are not viable. Proper restraint and technique are essential for successful venipuncture.
The median cubital vein is best for venipuncture because it is generally the largest and best-anchored vein.
When selecting a site for venipuncture, it is best to start with the veins running through the antecubital area. First, locating the Median Antecubital Vein, Cephalic Vein, and Basilic Vein. If unsuccessful with venipuncture, then approaching the dorsum of the hand, and lastly the dorsum of the foot.
Common venipuncture sites in horses include the jugular vein, lateral thoracic vein, cephalic vein, and saphenous vein. For injections, common sites are the neck muscles, gluteal muscles, and the muscles of the hind limb. It's important to follow proper aseptic techniques and anatomical landmarks when performing these procedures.
phlebotomy or venipuncture
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cephalic
A venipuncture is a puncture in a vein. As when a person gives blood or has a blood test run.
I always preferred the back of the hand or those big veins that converge about an inch above the wrist. But most techs are taught to go to the antecubital vein.
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The medial cubital or celphalic