Where was the deer taken? did he cut himself? I never used to use gloves, but now I buy the gutting glove combo packs from Remington at wally world. Back in the day I did'nt care if I got some deer blood on me and I always seemed to cut myleft hand when I reached in to cut the ashofogos, my hunting knive is sharp! I have more deer blood in me than I care to say and so far I've been lucky.
Were lucky here we have no cases of CWD or anything that would make one worry about eating or field dressing a deer. I have though started to cook my Venison Burger longer than I use to when I prepare it for whatever Im going to use it in, but I still cook my Chops a little on the rare side.
Hope your Friend makes a quick full recovery and all is well, give him our Best! and when you find out anything let us know.
(BP)