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How long can hiv remain contagious outside the body inside a drop of blood?
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Not long: The virus requires temperature very close to 98.6 and proper moisture. Exposed to an open environment without these conditions, it begins to die immediately, especially in small volumes. It might still be advised to use protection in direct contact with contaminated body fluid spills, but the risk is very low outside the body. Take care ; be well.
Answered 3/3/2016
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