Essential Medical German Vocabulary: Blood and Blood Vessels

If you're preparing for a medical career in Germany or simply looking to improve your medical German, mastering essential medical terms is a crucial step. Whether you're studying for the Fachsprachprüfung (FSP) or engaging in daily medical practice, knowing the right terminology will make a big difference in your professional interactions.

In this article, we’ll explore key medical terms in German related to blood and blood vessels, a fundamental area of medical vocabulary.
1. Blood – Blut
  • das Blut – blood
  • der Blutdruck – blood pressure
  • die Blutgruppe – blood type
  • die Blutgruppen – blood types
  • das Blutplasma – blood plasma

2. Blood Cells – Blutkörperchen
  • das rote Blutkörperchen – red blood cell (Erythrozyt)
  • das weiße Blutkörperchen – white blood cell (Leukozyt)
  • die Blutplättchen – platelets (Thrombozyten)
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3. Blood Vessels – Blutgefäße
  • die Aorta – aorta
  • die Arterie – artery
  • die Arterien – arteries
  • die Arteriolen – arterioles
  • das Kapillargefäß – capillary
  • die Kapillargefäße – capillaries
4. Veins – Venen
  • die Vene – vein
  • die Venen – veins
  • die Venole – venule
  • die hohlwene – vena cava (both superior and inferior)
  • die Venenklappe – venous valve
  • die Venenklappen – venous valves
Mastering medical terms in German is essential for anyone working in healthcare in Germany. Repetition and practice are key to retaining these terms.
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