Pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Bloodborne pathogens can be transmitted by any substance that may contain blood, including sneeze debris, urine, fecal matter, semen, and all other body fluids
Symptoms of infection may not occur immediately. Exposure and infection by bloodborne pathogens can result in death.