My wife had a blood test in a reputed laboratory. I saw the technician use a bd vacutainer holder which he took from a basket and a needle. After test he destroyed the needle but retained the holder. I was sceptic. Are plastic holders reusable? Can this transmit any blood borne disease? I am scared.

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