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What Causes Bruising After a Blood Draw

Posted on March 15, 2022

It is normal to have some bruising after having your blood drawn. A bruise occurs when a blood vessel is damaged and blood escapes into the tissue under your skin. The pooling of blood causes a discoloration that is usually darker than the surrounding skin. Blood collects in the capillaries and leaks out slowly to cause the characteristic black-and-blue (or purple) mark. A bruise may also form if medical professionals fail to apply enough pressure to a needle when withdrawing it from a vein. This guide discusses why bruises appear after blood extraction and how to reduce the chance of bruising. Reasons...

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Commonly Used Phlebotomy Equipment

Posted on January 27, 2022

Phlebotomy is one of the most important jobs in the healthcare industry. A considerable portion of medical treatments and diagnoses rely on blood tests, and the collection of those blood samples is often done by a phlebotomist, who must carefully draw blood from the veins of patients. To do so effectively, they must have the right skills and equipment — with the latter being particularly important. Understanding phlebotomy equipment is key to understanding the job itself. If you’re considering a career in phlebotomy, read on to learn all about the top phlebotomy equipment pieces and their use...

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