Fluorescent Magenta vs Thick Blood

How close are they?

ΔE 32.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Thick Blood is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Fluorescent Magenta.

Can I use Thick Blood instead of Fluorescent Magenta?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 33). Thick Blood is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Fluorescent Magenta.

Can I use Fluorescent Magenta instead of Thick Blood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Fluorescent Magenta is noticeably lighter, much more saturated, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.