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A member asked:

Did a blood glucose test for a patient in a clinic. i removed the test with bare hands and then rubbed eyes accidentally. possible hiv/ pathogens?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

No: That is not a realistic fear. Wash your hands after doing these.

Answered 10/2/2016

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