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Biosafety Recommendations for Individuals Handling Carcasses from Animals Known or Suspected to Have Tuberculosis

Fact Sheet
Biosafety Recommendations for Individuals Handling Carcasses from Animals Known or Suspected to Have Tuberculosis

This fact sheet provides brief information on M. bovis, as well as safety and infection control measures for individuals handling carcasses of animals known or suspected to have TB.

Author:

Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Wisconsin Tuberculosis Program

Audiences:

Infection Control and Occupational Health Workers, Lab Personnel

Topic:

Infection Control, Workplace Settings

Country of Origin:

United States

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