Sternal puncture is done at which site
Answer-B. Upper pa of manubriumSternal punctureManubrium sterni is the preferred site for bone marrow aspiration because it is subcutaneous and readily accessible.The bone marrow sample is required for haematological examination. A thick needle is inseed into the upper pa of the manibrium to avoid injury to arch of aoa, which lies behind the lower pa.
Junction of upper and lower half of body
Upper pa of manubrium
Lower pa of manubrium
Just above xiphisternum