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Phlebotomy: meaning, definitions and examples

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phlebotomy

 

[ fləˈbɒtəmi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical procedure

Phlebotomy is the act of drawing blood from a patient for clinical or medical testing, blood donations, or transfusions. It is typically performed by a trained healthcare professional, often called a phlebotomist. Phlebotomy plays a crucial role in healthcare, as it allows for the diagnosis and monitoring of various health conditions.

Synonyms

bloodletting, venipuncture

Examples of usage

  • The phlebotomy technician took my blood sample for testing.
  • She decided to pursue a career in phlebotomy after her internship.
  • Proper phlebotomy techniques can minimize discomfort for patients.

Translations

Translations of the word "phlebotomy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 flebologia

🇮🇳 रक्त-निष्कासन

🇩🇪 Phlebotomie

🇮🇩 phlebotomi

🇺🇦 флеботомія

🇵🇱 flebotomia

🇯🇵 静脈採血

🇫🇷 phlébotomie

🇪🇸 flebotomía

🇹🇷 flebotomi

🇰🇷 정맥채혈

🇸🇦 فلبوتومي

🇨🇿 flebologie

🇸🇰 flebotómia

🇨🇳 静脉抽血

🇸🇮 flebotomija

🇮🇸 blóðtaka

🇰🇿 флеботомия

🇬🇪 ფლებოტომია

🇦🇿 flebotomiya

🇲🇽 flebotomía

Etymology

The term 'phlebotomy' originates from the Greek words 'phlebos,' meaning 'vein,' and 'tome,' meaning 'to cut.' The practice dates back to ancient times when bloodletting was thought to cure various ailments. While the methods and understanding of blood donation and testing have evolved, the basic principle of phlebotomy remains the same. Historically, bloodletting was used as a common treatment for many diseases, as it was believed to balance bodily humors. With the advancement of medical science, phlebotomy has become a vital procedure in contemporary healthcare, focusing on safety and efficacy in blood drawing.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,642 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.