What Are Subcutaneous Injection Sites?
A subcutaneous injection is so named because the medication being delivered goes into the subcutaneous tissue, rather than a vein, muscle, or body fat. Subcutaneous tissue is the layer of tissue directly under the skin. SubQ injections can be given in various parts of the body where there space between skin and muscle can be easily accessed. With so many subcutaneous injection sites, knowing which site to use can be tricky. In humans, the area of upper arm, located between the elbow and shoulder, is one of several popular subcutaneous injection sites. To determine the right area, one can pinch the skin and pull. If the skin stretches more than an inch, it’s a good spot for a subcutaneous injection.
