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The ventral abdominal vein is a large vein 1-2 mm within the coelomic cavity on ventral midline between the umbilical scar and pelvic inlet. Care is advised since the coelomic cavity has a large capacity if there is continued bleeding after venipuncture.
The ventral abdominal vein is a large vein 1-2 mm within the coelomic cavity on ventral midline between the umbilical scar and pelvic inlet. Care is advised since the coelomic cavity has a large capacity if there is continued bleeding after venipuncture.
===Toenail Clip===
A toenail clip may be the only method of blood collection in smaller lizards. Collect into a capillary tube.
===Heart===
The heart is not recommended for cardiocentesis because of the risk of haemopericardium.
===Ventral Tail Vein===