Basic Veins and Arteries of the Arm

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From ulna to tip of thumb

Shoulder down to radius

On Radius

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Basilic Vein
- Located from the ulna to the tip of the thumb
- Plays a role in draining blood from the hand and forearm
Cephalic Vein
- Extends from the shoulder down to the radius
- Often used in medical procedures such as IV placements due to its superficial location
Radial Artery
- Located along the radius
- Vital for supplying oxygenated blood to the lateral aspect of the forearm
Ulnar Artery
- Positioned on the ulnar side of the forearm
- Supplies oxygen-rich blood to the medial part of the forearm and hand
Artery
- A type of blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart
- Essential for transporting oxygenated blood to various body parts
Vein
- A blood vessel that returns primarily oxygen-depleted blood towards the heart
- Critical for the circulatory system's return pathway