Certified Tissue Bank Specialist (CTBS) Practice Test

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Donation must be deferred if the potential donor was bitten by a potentially rabid animal within how long?

5 years
12 months
28 days
6 months

The correct answer is: 6 months

Donation must be deferred if the potential donor was bitten by a potentially rabid animal for a duration of 6 months. This deferral period is in place to ensure the safety of the tissue donation process. Rabies is a viral disease that can be transmitted through bites from infected animals, and it is crucial to monitor for symptoms following exposure. A 6-month deferral allows sufficient time for monitoring and ensuring that the potential donor does not show any signs of rabies, which can take weeks to months to manifest after exposure. This precaution helps protect the recipients of tissues, ensuring that they do not receive potentially infected materials. The other durations provided do not align with the recognized guidelines for rabies exposure, which emphasize a 6-month deferral period to adequately assess risk and maintain safety in tissue transplant practices.