Not too much is known about this presently and as more research is done on the cases, more information will become available. The main spread of the virus is thought to be droplet spread via coughing and sneezing secretions, but it has been established that the virus can be present in faecal material and hence oro-faecal spread is possible. Standard precaution must always be followed when working with specimens, together with good hand hygiene. Any other specific control sin the workplace need to be based on specific risks at the particular laboratory.