Phlebotomy Essentials
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ISBN: 9781451194524
Author: Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)
Publisher: JONES+BARTLETT PUBLISHERS, INC.
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A lab tech was rushed to the ER after a needlestick injury due to improper needle disposal. A Hepatitis Panel was ordered and the results were as follows:
A Hepatitis Panel was ordered, and the results were as follows:
HBsAg: negative
Anti- HBc (IgM): negative
Anti-HBc: negative
Anti-HBs: positive
Anti-HCV: negative
Question: Since the Anti-HCV is negative, is further testing needed?
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