ZOONOSIS (cont)
Sheep
Many sheep are infected with the Q fever organism (Coxiella burnetti) and have no symptoms. The greatest risk is when working with fetuses or fetal membranes. The organism can also be shed and become airborne.
Many sheep are infected with the Q fever organism (Coxiella burnetti) and have no symptoms. The greatest risk is when working with fetuses or fetal membranes. The organism can also be shed and become airborne.