Collection of specimens from leg veins is not recommended in all of the following except:

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Patients with multiple fractures may not have veins accessible in other parts of their body, making leg veins the only option for specimen collection. However, caution should be taken to minimize the risk of deep vein thrombosis and infection. Leg vein collection is not recommended in diabetic patients, patients with coagulation disorders, or cardiac patients due to the risk of complications such as nerve damage, bleeding, or cardiac events.

Collection of Specimens from Leg Veins Is Not Recommended in All