Median cubital vein
Superficial vein of the upper limb / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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In human anatomy, the median cubital vein (or median basilic vein) is a superficial vein of the arm on the anterior aspect of the elbow. It classically connects the cephalic vein and the basilic vein.
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Median cubital vein | |
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Details | |
Source | Cephalic vein |
Drains to | Basilic vein |
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Latin | v. mediana cubiti, v. intermedia cubiti |
TA98 | A12.3.08.019 |
TA2 | 4980 |
FMA | 22963 |
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It is routinely used for venipuncture (taking blood) and as a site for an intravenous cannula. This is due to its particularly wide lumen, and its tendency to remain stationary upon needle insertion.