Table 2.
Human T-cell leukemia virus type 1 (HTLV-1)-specific antibody-positive rates in surgical donors, by age
| Age (years) | HTLV-1 Ab (−) | HTLV-1 Ab (+) | Total | Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30–39 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 |
| 40–49 | 24 | 0 | 24 | 0.0 |
| 50–59 | 61 | 9 | 70 | 12.9 |
| 60–69 | 49 | 3 | 52 | 5.8 |
| 70–79 | 87 | 14 | 101 | 13.9 |
| 80–89 | 28 | 6 | 34 | 17.6 |
| Total | 250 | 32 | 282 | 11.3 |
Ab antibody