H&S

Question 1

Processing and packaging of MERS samples

Answer 1

CL3

Cat B - UN3373

Question 2

Is Clade I mpox considered an airborne HCID?

Answer 2

Not as of March 2025….

airborne transmission has not been excluded in those with LRTI

Question 3

What hazard group are monkeypox viruses?

Answer 3

Hazard group 3 (as per ACDP)

Question 4

How to inactivate clinical sample with ?mpox?

Answer 4

Guanidinium buffers work best with non-denaturing surfactants (whatever that means!?)

Alternatively 1 h in 60 degree water bath