Median antebrachial vein

Median antebrachial vein

The Median antebrachial vein is a vein in the human body that is located in the forearm. It is one of the many veins that help in the circulation of blood in the body.

Structure

The median antebrachial vein begins at the palm of the hand where it is formed by the union of several smaller veins. It then travels up the forearm, passing through the muscles and tissues of the forearm. The vein eventually drains into the basilic vein or the median cubital vein, depending on its anatomical variation.

Function

The primary function of the median antebrachial vein is to carry deoxygenated blood from the forearm and hand back to the heart. It plays a crucial role in the circulatory system, helping to maintain the body's overall blood flow and oxygen levels.

Clinical significance

The median antebrachial vein is often used for venipuncture, a procedure in which a needle is inserted into a vein to draw blood or administer medication. Its relatively large size and superficial location make it an ideal site for this procedure.

See also

• Vein
• Forearm
• Venipuncture
• Circulatory system

References

Median antebrachial vein Resources
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