What is the meaning of the word "ulnar vein"?
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Is a deep vein located in the forearm, that runs alongside the ulnar nerve and drains blood from the ulnar side of the forearm and the hand. NOUN
- The ulnar vein, located on the medial side of the forearm, is commonly used for blood sampling.
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One of the major veins in the forearm that is responsible for emptying deoxygenated blood from the lower section of the forearm and the hand back towards the heart. NOUN
- The ulnar vein is part of the superficial venous system of the upper extremity.