noun
- the act or practice of opening a vein to remove blood, typically for medical testing or donation
Usage: medical term; commonly used in healthcare settings
Examples
- The nurse performed phlebotomy to collect blood samples for the lab tests.
- Phlebotomy is a routine procedure used to diagnose many medical conditions.
- She trained for six months to become certified in phlebotomy.
- The patient was nervous about the phlebotomy appointment but it was quick and painless.
- Blood banks rely on phlebotomy to collect donations from volunteers.
- Modern phlebotomy techniques minimize discomfort for patients.