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I wiped up small spots of recently dried blood with a wipe. no cuts on fingers. washed my hands within 5mins & used alcohol rub. what's the risk?
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Minimal: If there were no needle sticks or open wounds than your risk of Hep A and C and HIV are negligible. Please always wear protective gear, in this case gloves.
Answered 11/26/2014
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