New Device Reveals Hidden Blood Vessels


	New Device Reveals Hidden Blood Vessels

rmowery

10-4-2006 2:05 PM

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veins, vein viewer, health, science

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10-4-2006 3:12 PM

BitDrifter

I love little gadgets like this, reminds me of Star Trek gadgets.

10-8-2006 8:42 AM

debbyski

This is great for anyone who has had trouble having with an iv.

10-9-2006 2:18 AM

coconutshell

I like! Maybe it'll minimise the number of times I get poked by the needle when giving blood....ouch..

10-9-2006 10:32 AM

bookchick49

I agree. Sounds good to me. Am tired of them digging for shallow veins.

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