Basilic vein
Basilic Vein
The Basilic Vein (/bəˈsɪlɪk veɪn/) is a large, superficial vein of the upper limb that helps drain parts of the forearm and hand.
Etymology
The term "Basilic" comes from the French word "basilique", which means "royal". This is likely due to the vein's prominent and important role in the circulatory system.
Anatomy
The Basilic Vein originates from the dorsal venous network of the hand and travels up the back of the forearm. It then continues up the arm where it joins the brachial vein to form the axillary vein. The Basilic Vein is often used for venipuncture (blood draws) and the insertion of peripheral venous catheters due to its large size and superficial location.
Related Terms
- Superficial vein: A vein that is close to the surface of the body. The Basilic Vein is a type of superficial vein.
- Venipuncture: The process of obtaining intravenous access for the purpose of intravenous therapy or for blood sampling of venous blood.
- Peripheral venous catheter: A catheter (tube) that is inserted into a vein in the arm or leg for the administration of fluids or medication.
- Dorsal venous network of the hand: A network of small veins (venules) on the back of the hand that drain into the Basilic Vein.
- Brachial vein: A deep vein of the arm that joins with the Basilic Vein to form the Axillary Vein.
- Axillary vein: A large vein that carries blood from the lateral aspect of the thorax, axilla (armpit) and upper limb toward the heart.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Basilic vein
- Wikipedia's article - Basilic vein
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