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Interim laboratory biosafety guidelines for handling and processing specimens associated with Middle East Respiratory Syndrome
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June 7, 2013
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Alternative Title:Interim laboratory biosafety guidelines for handling and processing specimens associated with MERS-CoV
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Description:To date, little is known about pathogenic potential and transmission dynamics of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Until more information becomes available, precautions should be taken in collecting and handling specimens that may contain MERS-CoV.
Timely communication between clinical and laboratory staff is essential to minimize the risk incurred in handling specimens from patients with possible MERS-CoV infection. Such specimens should be labeled accordingly, and the laboratory should be alerted to ensure proper specimen handling. General and specific biosafety guidelines for handling MERS-CoV specimens are provided below.
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