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Why does my hand turn purple after getting blood drawn?
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Tourniquet: A tourniquet is usually used while drawing blood. It impedes venous return and stagnation of venous blood is likely causing the purple color. I trust it clears up in a few minutes.
Answered 5/13/2015
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