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After your blood draw: Hematoma care instructions - 10/2013

After your blood draw: Hematoma care instructions
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Abstract

This handout explains what to do if a hematoma forms after you have a blood draw. A hematoma is a swollen area that is filled with blood. It may form at the puncture site after a blood draw.

Author
Laboratory Medicine
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2013
Revision Date
10/2013
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Injuries and First Aid
Specific Subject/Keyword
Blood
Languages
English
Record ID
4191