Median cubital vein

Blood vessels · Latin: Vena mediana cubiti

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In human anatomy, the median cubital vein (or median basilic vein) is a superficial vein of the upper limb.

It lies in the cubital fossa superficial to the bicipital aponeurosis.

It connects the cephalic vein and the basilic vein.

It becomes prominent when pressure is applied.

It is routinely used for venipuncture (taking blood) and as a site for an intravenous cannula.

This is due to its particularly wide lumen, and its tendency to remain stationary upon needle insertion.

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