Biological hazards in clinical laboratories [Riesgos biológicos en laboratorios clínicos]
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The objective of this research is to analyze the biological risks in clinical laboratories in the city of Ambato - Ecuador. A descriptive type of research was developed. The biological risk found in laboratories that handle dangerous samples such as viruses and bacteria, must have all the protective measures to avoid the contagion of laboratorians, it is necessary to identify the best protocol for the care of the professional starting from biosafety standards and especially the transport, handling and storage of the sample, thus avoiding a large percentage of the level of contagion by exposure. These are the microorganisms that were found in the areas of the different private clinical laboratories in the city of Ambato, caused by the handling of biological agents, and these can cause serious diseases such as HIV, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis, different Pneumonias, Influenza and Covid-19.
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