Postexposure Management for HCV
n IG, antivirals not recommended for prophylaxis
n Follow-up after needlesticks, sharps, or mucosal
exposures to HCV-positive blood
Test source for anti-HCV
Test worker if source anti-HCV positive
Anti-HCV and ALT at baseline and 4-6 months later
For earlier diagnosis, HCV RNA at 4-6 weeks
Confirm all anti-HCV results with RIBA
n Refer infected worker to specialist for medical
evaluation and management