Apply Firm Pressure After Your Blood Draw to Avoid Bruising
After a blood draw, applying firm pressure to the puncture site is a simple but essential step. At Haldebis Mobile Phlebotomy, we educate our tri-state patients across Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia on best practices to minimize post-draw bruising.
Holding pressure for at least 1–3 minutes helps your blood vessels seal properly, reducing the chance of bleeding under the skin. This is especially important if you take blood thinners or bruise easily.
🩸 Fun Fact: The medical term for post-draw bruising is “venipuncture ecchymosis.”
😲 Weirdest Thing: Some people bruise more on their dominant arm—even if it wasn’t used for the draw!
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