A nursing student recognizes that syphilis serology is done to test for suspected syphilis and is also done in which of the following situations?
A)For marriage licensure
B)On donated blood prior to release for transfusion
C)On newborns shortly after birth
D)Prior to cardiac surgery

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Donated blood is routinely tested for syphilis (among other infectious diseases) prior to release for transfusion to ensure the safety of the blood supply and prevent the transmission of infectious diseases through blood transfusions.

A Nursing Student Recognizes That Syphilis Serology Is Done to Test