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When you get blood work done can they do it anywhere except your arm?
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Infequently: Arm veins are easy to tap but blood can be obtained crom many other places.
Answered 4/25/2015
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Yes: They can use any superficial vein, but the antecubital fossa (the space in the crook of your arm around the corner from your elbow) is preferred.
Answered 11/9/2013
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