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In a blood donation camp, i donated blood. to check haemoglobin the official pricked me . i forgot to check if the needle was new. am i at risk hiv?

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Dr. Tiffanie Noonan answered

No: The needles used for finger pricks are single use disposable needles. A formally set up blood drive would be following universal precautions and safety protocols to help prevent the spread of illness.

Dr Juchau and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/15/2014

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A member asked:

In a blood donation camp, i donated blood. to check haemoglobin the official pricked me . i forgot to check if the needle was new. am i at risk hiv?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tiffanie Noonan answered

Dr Juchau and 2 doctors agreed

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