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Can hiv virus survive in the dry blood outside the body? thanks

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

I don't think so: I'm not aware of any reason to believe that dried blood presents a risk.

Answered 12/5/2016

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A member asked:

Can hiv virus survive in the dry blood outside the body? thanks

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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