Plasma derivatives are covered by the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard.
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September 10, 2001
Mr. Christopher Healey
Executive Director, North America
Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA) North America
1350 I Street NW
Suite 550
Washington, DC 20005
Dear Mr. Healey: