 [ Symptoms ] how long does bacteria such as salmonella stay contagious on non food and water surfaces such as cloth car seats  i purchased a frozen turkey and did not realize the package was torn until i removed it from the bag once at home i used a bleach solution to clean the hard surfaces door handles etc but just needed some additional information on specifics of the possibility if bacteria was on the frozen turkey does that transfer to hands etc while it is in a frozen state and if so how long does the bacteria stay contagious am concerned about other non hard surfaces such as cloth seats in car [ Disease ] yes it is safe the test will pose no risk to your baby