Guidance

Mpox classification and appropriate infection prevention and control pathways

Guidance on mpox classification, transportation of samples and cultures, appropriate handling of waste and infection prevention and control (IPC) measures.

• From: UK Health Security Agency
• Published: 4 April 2023
• Last updated: 26 September 2024 — See all updates

Applies to England

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Mpox classification and appropriate infection prevention and control (IPC) pathways

Ref: UKHSA publication gateway number GOV-17453

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Details

This guidance gives information on the handling of samples, cultures and waste generated according to the clade of mpox involved, and advises on the infection prevention and control (IPC) pathways that should be undertaken by people managing those with mpox.

Further information on the high consequence infectious disease (HCID) status of mpox is available.

Published 4 April 2023

Last updated 26 September 2024 + show all updates

1. 26 September 2024

   Updated links to direct to the NHS guidance on IPC measures for mpox cases in healthcare settings. Updated information on clade I mpox waste categorisation.

2. 4 April 2023

   First published.