How should all blood and excretions of a dead human body be disposed of?

• A. In a sanitary manner
• B. In regular household trash
• C. In a sewer system
• D. In a dedicated dumpster labeled biohazard

Answer: (A)

Blood and other body fluids from a dead human body are infectious waste, so they must be handled and disposed of in a sanitary manner to prevent exposure and contamination. This means following your local and state rules for regulated medical waste: contain the materials in appropriate leak‑proof containers, seal and label them properly, and arrange disposal or treatment through a licensed medical waste contractor or through approved disposal pathways. This approach protects healthcare workers, cleaners, and the public, and it aligns with universal precautions for handling potentially infectious materials. Other disposal options—throwing in regular trash, putting them straight into a sewer system, or using a biohazard dumpster without proper disposal processes—pose safety and regulatory risks and are not appropriate.