Plebotomy Vocabulary

Rapid onset or short course in reference to a disease.

Guidelines or rules recommended by the CDC for reducing the risk of airborne transmission of infections.

A serious allergic reaction that can be life threatening

A condition that causes a decrease in the amount of red blood cells

The part of the arm at the bend of the elbow

A substance that prevents blood from clotting

A substance that discourages the growth of microorganisms

Blood vessels carrying oxygen rich blood away from the heart.

Draw a substance in with suction

Large vein on the inner side of the biceps that is usually chosen for blood drawing