Genotoxic waste contains:: (A) Genetic material, (B) Cytotoxic drugs, (C) General waste material, (D) None of the above
Answer is B. Genotoxic waste is derived from drugs generally used in oncology or radiotherapy units that have a high hazardous mutagenic or cytotoxic effect. Faeces, vomit or urine from patients treated with cytotoxic drugs or chemicals should be considered as genotoxic. Ref: Park 21st edition, page 730. Chapter: Hospital waste management.