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What are the different type of sharp?

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Based on the provided references, sharps can be categorized by their potential hazards. Here's a breakdown of the different types of sharps:

Types of Sharps

Type of Sharp Description Example
Infectious Sharps Sharps that pose an infection risk due to contamination with infectious agents. Needles used on patients with HIV/AIDS
Non-Infectious Sharps Sharps that are not considered infectious. Unused suture needles
Radioactive Sharps Sharps contaminated with radioactive materials. Sharps used in nuclear medicine
Biological Sharps Sharps contaminated with biological materials (e.g., tissues, cells, blood). Scalpels used in research labs

Note: The references also mention "Glass Boxes" and "Pipettes," but these are more related to containers for sharps and tools that can become sharps (especially if broken), rather than being a distinct type of sharp themselves. A broken pipette, however, would become a sharp.