phlebotomy
nounHow to pronounce phlebotomy:
Definition of phlebotomy:
- phlebotomy (noun):
- noun. surgical incision into a vein; used to treat hemochromatosis.
- the drawing of blood (as by venipuncture) for transfusion, apheresis, diagnostic testing, or experimental procedures
Synonyms for phlebotomy:
bloodletting
incision
section
surgical incision
venesection
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