What is a bloodborne pathogen?

What is a bloodborne pathogen?

• A. Microorganisms present in the blood and cause disease
• B. Microorganisms in the air
• C. Toxins in water
• D. Dust particles

Answer: (A)

Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms that reside in human blood and can cause disease in people who are exposed to infected blood. This includes viruses such as HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, among others. The essential point is that the pathogen is carried in blood and can be transmitted through contact with infected blood or certain body fluids. The other options describe hazards related to air, water, or dust, which are not specific to pathogens present in blood or their transmission routes.

Bloodborne pathogens are microorganisms that reside in human blood and can cause disease in people who are exposed to infected blood. This includes viruses such as HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, among others. The essential point is that the pathogen is carried in blood and can be transmitted through contact with infected blood or certain body fluids. The other options describe hazards related to air, water, or dust, which are not specific to pathogens present in blood or their transmission routes.