Module 1: Introduction and Definitions

Module 1: Introduction

Definitions

• Other Potentially Infectious Materials (OPIM) - This term encompasses several types of human body fluids and tissues that may pose a risk of infection. The specific definitions include:

  1. Human Body Fluids:

  • Semen

  • Vaginal secretions

  • Cerebrospinal fluid

  • Synovial fluid

  • Pleural fluid

  • Pericardial fluid

  • Peritoneal fluid

  • Amniotic fluid

  • Saliva in dental procedures

  • Any body fluid visibly contaminated with blood

  • All body fluids in circumstances where differentiation between body fluids is challenging or impossible

  1. Unfixed Tissues or Organs:

  • Any tissue or organ from a human (living or dead), excluding intact skin.

  1. HIV and HBV Contaminated Materials:

  • Cultures containing HIV or HBV, including cell or tissue cultures, organ cultures, and any solutions that have been in contact with these pathogens.

  • Blood, organs, or other tissues from animals experimentally infected with HIV or HBV.

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• Note to Student: Ensure to comprehend the definitions of OPIM thoroughly, as they are critical for understanding potential health risks in various medical and laboratory settings. Prepare to discuss these terms in relation to safety protocols and biohazard management in the upcoming exam.