A small, disposable instrument with a sharp point used to puncture the skin and make a shallow incision is called a(n) ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
lancet
A lancet is a small, disposable instrument with a sharp point that is used to puncture the skin to obtain a small amount of blood for testing.
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