capillary blood sampling
Capillary blood sampling refers to the process of collecting a small amount of blood from the capillaries, which are the smallest blood vessels near the skin's surface. This method is typically less invasive than traditional venipuncture and is commonly utilized in medical settings, such as glucose monitoring for diabetes or screening for various conditions.
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