Table 1.
Biological agents involved in laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs)
| Species | Biosafety level | Number of LAIs |
|---|---|---|
| Coxiella burnetii | 3 | 2 |
| Foamy virus | 2 | 1 |
| Brucella melitensis | 3 | 2 |
| Mycobacterium tuberculosis | 2 | 10 |
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