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A member asked:

Ache in arm during blood test and after. do i need to be concerned about the pain or a risk of embolism? don't have any clotting disorders.

11 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Not likely emboli: During test, the needle may penetrate through the vessel and blood pools and causes a "bruise" it is unlikely to be anything worrisome.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 12/28/2012

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Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

No: Blood draw utilize superficial veins, even if you developed a blood clot there is no danger of developing a symptomatic pulmonary emboli.

Dr Ali and 7 doctors agreed

Answered 12/27/2018

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