Testing for blood borne viruses


February 2008

Guidance for medical staff from the BMA
In March 2007 the Department of Health (DH) published ‘Health clearance for tuberculosis, hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV: New healthcare workers’.

The guidance aims to clarify the position on testing for blood-borne viruses for NHS staff. This guidance for medical staff includes frequently asked questions, advice on whether to take the tests and what should happen when testing occurs.

Download the guidance using the link on the right.

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