Dermal puncture is preferred over venipuncture in infants because:

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A) Superficial veins may not be large enough in infants, which makes it difficult to perform venipuncture.
B) Collection from deep veins in infants can be dangerous due to the small size of the veins and higher risk of damage to surrounding tissues.
C) Infants are generally uncooperative and may move during the procedure, resulting in injury. Dermal puncture is less risky and suitable for infants as only minimal restraint is required.

Dermal Puncture Is Preferred Over Venipuncture in Infants Because