Why is it not desirable to use capillary blood for a platelet count?
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Capillary blood is obtained from a fingerstick or a heelstick, which involves puncturing the skin to collect a small amount of blood. This method is less invasive and more convenient than venipuncture, which is the collection of blood from a vein. Show more…
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