Phlebotomy is the act of drawing or removing blood from the circulatory system through a cut (incision) or puncture in order to obtain a sample for analysis and diagnosis. Phlebotomy is also processed as part of the patient’s treatment for certain blood disorders.

Phlebotomy is when someone uses a needle to take blood from a vein, usually in your arm. It is also known as a blood draw or venipuncture. It’s an important tool for diagnosing many medical conditions. Usually, the blood is sent to a laboratory for testing. But sometimes the blood is withdrawn as a treatment for certain medical conditions. This whole procedure is called therapeutic phlebotomy. It removes extra red blood cells, unusually shaped red blood cells, or extra iron in the blood. The objective of the course is to learn the fundamentals of phlebotomy as they relate to patient care.