What is function of arm veins ?
There are numerous veins in the arms which are visible with the naked eye. The bluish discolorations seen on the hand and forearm are veins. They appear blue because they carry deoxygenated blood back to the lungs. Arm veins also have valves to prevent the back flow of blood. The arm veins are generally used to withdraw blood and start intravenous fluids in hospitals. What is the cephalic vein? The cephalic vein is a very superficial vein located in the arm. It runs all the way from the shoulder to the hand. It runs on the side of the thumb. Like all other veins, the cephalic vein takes blood from the hand to the lungs. What are uses of the cephalic vein? The cephalic vein is excellent for starting an intravenous line. More than 95% of the population has this vein in a standard anatomical position. The cephalic vein is a frequently used vein to start IV in hospitalized patients. The cephalic vein can also be used to withdraw blood for analysis. The cephalic vein is also used for the cr
