Transmission dossier

Hantavirus transmission

Commonly described exposure routes and environmental risk scenarios.

Main route

Transmission is most often described in relation to aerosolized contamination from rodent urine, droppings or nesting material.

Risk scenarios

  • cleaning closed spaces with rodent presence
  • warehouse, agricultural or utility work without respiratory protection
  • less commonly: direct contact with contaminated biological material

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