Blood and Pathogen Safety

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An OSHA-mandated set of requirements concerning protection against pathogenic microorganisms transmitted via human blood.

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Blood borne Pathogens Standard

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The soft tissue inside bones that produces blood-forming cells.

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Bone marrow

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A place where blood is collected from donors, typed, separated into components, stored, and prepared for transfusion.

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Blood bank

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The organs and structures that transport nutrients, water, hormones, gases, and other substances throughout the body.

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Cardiovascular system

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A dermal puncture or finger stick used to collect small samples of blood.

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Capillary puncture

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A blood test procedure performed on microscopic slides to give information about the number and shape of blood cells.

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Blood smear

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An odorless, colorless gas that forms in the tissues and is eliminated by the lungs.

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Carbon dioxide

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A laboratory test used to check for bacteria or other microorganisms in a blood sample.

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Blood culture

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A basic emergency procedure in cases of cardiopulmonary arrest to re-establish effective circulation and ventilation.

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CPR

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Injection of blood cells or blood substitutes to increase athletic endurance by boosting the bloodstream’s oxygen-carrying capacity.

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Blood doping