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Which of the following is NOT a virus transmissible by blood transfusion?
Which of the following is NOT a virus transmissible by blood transfusion?
What is the main focus of every national blood programme in relation to donated blood?
What is the main focus of every national blood programme in relation to donated blood?
Which virus is responsible for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)?
Which virus is responsible for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)?
What type of virus is Cytomegalovirus (CMV)?
What type of virus is Cytomegalovirus (CMV)?
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What is the window period of HIV infection?
What is the window period of HIV infection?
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What percentage of HIV cases in Japan are attributed to men who have sex with men (MSM)?
What percentage of HIV cases in Japan are attributed to men who have sex with men (MSM)?
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What is the role of NAT testing in blood transfusion?
What is the role of NAT testing in blood transfusion?
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Which virus has its window period in blood reduced from 65 days to 3 days by NAT testing?
Which virus has its window period in blood reduced from 65 days to 3 days by NAT testing?
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Which bodily fluid has a relatively high concentration of HIV?
Which bodily fluid has a relatively high concentration of HIV?
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What is the temporary deferral period for blood donors from areas affected by infectious diseases?
What is the temporary deferral period for blood donors from areas affected by infectious diseases?
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