De flebotomist
Example: De flebotomist nam bloed af voor de medische test.
Definition
A 'phlebotomist' is a medical professional trained to draw blood from patients for testing, transfusions, or research. They ensure the proper collection and handling of blood samples to maintain safety and accuracy in medical procedures.
Etymology
The word 'phlebotomist' comes from the Greek words 'phleb-' meaning 'vein' and 'tomos' meaning 'cutting.' It literally means 'one who cuts veins,' reflecting the practice of drawing blood. Did you know the term originally referred to a method of bloodletting used in ancient medicine?
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"De flebotomist" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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