American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Phlebotomy Practice Exam

Hepatitis B is known to remain viable on surfaces for an extended period, making it particularly concerning in various healthcare settings and environments where proper disinfection practices may not be followed. The virus can persist on surfaces for days, and even weeks, under certain conditions, which poses a risk of transmission if someone comes into contact with those contaminated surfaces. Proper disinfecting procedures are crucial because Hepatitis B can be transmitted through contact with infectious bodily fluids, which enhances the importance of maintaining hygienic environments, especially in places like clinics or hospitals. While other viruses and pathogens, such as HIV and Hepatitis C, have their own transmission risks, they do not remain on surfaces as long as Hepatitis B. Influenza, although it can survive on surfaces for a limited time, does not pose the same level of concern in terms of long-term viability as Hepatitis B does. This knowledge emphasizes the necessity of adhering to strict infection control protocols to prevent the spread of Hepatitis B and other infectious diseases.