Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phlebotomy
noun
/fləˈbɒt.ə.mi/
Definition
The practice of making an incision in a vein with a needle to draw blood for medical testing, donation, or treatment.
Examples
- The nurse performed a phlebotomy to collect blood for testing.
- Phlebotomy is essential for many medical procedures.
- Patients are often anxious about their phlebotomy appointment, but it is a quick and routine process.
Meaning
Phlebotomy is a medical procedure used to collect blood samples for diagnostic purposes, transfusions, or other health-related processes.
Synonyms
- Venipuncture
- Blood draw
- Bloodletting
