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I was stuck by a 23 gauge butterfly needle during venipuncture of patient. i had on glove, there was small puncture wound. washed hands. what is chance of contracting hiv?i did hiv rapid that confirmed patient was negative. pcr for hiv was negative?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Chances are not zero but very low I would think. Follow your local guidelines where you work and they will know what is done where you are working. But you must report to them. Now!

Answered 10/13/2021

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Dr. Robert WorthingtonKirsch answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Probably extremely low. But you should follow your institutions incident reporting guidelines, an d whatever testing they require.

Answered 10/13/2021

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