An incision into a vein with a needle to withdraw blood for analysis is known as:
A) intravenous.
B) phlebotomy.
C) phlebitis.
D) pericarditis.

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Phlebotomy is the process of making an incision in a vein for the purpose of drawing blood for diagnosis, donation, or treatment. Intravenous refers to the administration of medication or fluids directly into a vein. Phlebitis is inflammation of a vein, and pericarditis is inflammation of the sac that surrounds the heart.

An Incision into a Vein with a Needle to Withdraw