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What is the difference between venipuncture and dermal puncture?

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In some situations ,the phlebotomist will make the decision if a blood specimen will be obtained by dermal puncture or venipuncture. A dermal puncture requires less precision, therefore it's less critical for the patient to be still or immobilized.

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