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Central line is a catheter placed into a large vein and form an access to the central venous system. Central line is used to 1) administer medication or fluids 2) obtain blood sampling 3) and measure central venous pressure. Central line blood sampling is an aseptic technique and is usually part of patient care in intensive care units.