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 Should the lab tech be more concerned about Hepatitis C or HIV after this injury?

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 Should the lab tech be more concerned about Hepatitis C or HIV after this injury?

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter40: Hematology

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