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- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Introduction
- Hepatitis B Virus
- Hepatitis C Virus
- HIV Virus
- Prevention
- How to wash hands
- Take Exam
- Certificate
Welcome to Bloodborne Pathogens
Hepatitis C VirusWhat is Hepatitis C Virus?
Hepatitis C is a contagious virus that causes inflammation of the liver.
How is it transmitted?
Hepatitis C is transmitted by needle stick injury, blood, blood products, sharing needles,razors, and toothbrushes, sexual contact with Hepatitis C infected person and birth to an infected Hepatitis C mother.
What is the risk of acquiring a Hepatitis C after a needle stick contaminated with Hepatitis C blood?
HCV infection is about 1.8%.
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