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Needlestick Injury Panel

The Needlestick Injury Panel is specifically designed for anyone whose occupation might place them at a higher risk for bloodborne pathogen exposure. Bloodborne pathogens are disease-causing organisms that are spread through contact with blood or other bodily fluids. Even when observing universal precautions, accidents can happen. Testing should be conducted as soon as possible after a pathogen exposure incident in order to ensure the best possible outcome. If you are a healthcare worker, laboratory professional, first responder, or a tattoo or body artist, this panel could save your life.

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Test Details

This panel includes the following tests:

  • Hepatitis B (HBV) Surface Antigen
  • Hepatitis C (HCV) Antibody
  • HIV

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FAQs

WHO SHOULD GET THIS TEST?

The Needlestick Injury Panel is intended for any consumer who may have recently been exposed to bloodborne pathogens.  Particular occupations that place people at higher risk for exposure include healthcare workers, laboratory professionals, first responders, and tattoo or body artists.

WHY IS THIS TEST IMPORTANT?

Tests like the Needlestick Injury Panel need to be conducted as soon as possible after a potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens in order to ensure the best possible outcome.

AM I REQUIRED TO FAST?

No.  Fasting is not required prior to taking this test.

WHAT KIND OF SAMPLE IS REQUIRED?

This test requires a blood sample.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO PREPARE?

No additional preparation is required before taking this test.  However, drinking plenty of water prior to any blood draw procedure is recommended.

DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?

No.  You can walk in for same-day testing.  We make it easy by offering work-friendly store hours.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO GET MY RESULTS?

Results are typically available within 5 business days.

IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY RESULTS, WHO SHOULD I CONTACT?

We recommend that you share your results with your healthcare provider.

OTHER RELEVANT TESTS

If you are interested in this panel, you may also want to consider:

  • Rapid HIV Test
  • Complete Blood Count