Processing of patient specimens and handling of actively growing cultures of microorganisms puts an employee at risk of potential contact with the infectious agent through all the following routes EXCEPT:
A) Mucous membranes
B) Blood splashed onto intact skin
C) Inhalation of aerosols
D) Accidental ingestion

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When working with specimens and culture plates,there is little chance of contracting an infection if blood is splashed onto intact skin.Infection-through the mucous membranes by rubbing eyes with contaminated hands,from inhaling aerosolized microorganisms,or by accidental ingestion-is possible when handling specimens and actively growing culture plates.

Processing of Patient Specimens and Handling of Actively Growing Cultures