While a Blood Specimen Is Being Prepared for Laboratory Analysis

While a blood specimen is being prepared for laboratory analysis, the container tips over, and blood spills on the laboratory table.Which of the following is the most appropriate management of the spill?

A) Cover the spill with paper towels, pour 10% bleach solution on the towels, wait 15 minutes, wipe up the spill while wearing gloves, and discard the paper towels in an infectious waste container.
B) Spray the spill with a strong detergent and allow the table to dry.
C) Wipe up the spill with paper towels, spray disinfectant on the table every 15 minutes for 30 minutes, and discard the paper towel in the wastebasket.
D) Wipe up the spill with soapy cloth towels, rinse the table thoroughly with water, and discard the towels in the contaminated laundry bin.