A Laboratory in Which Ebola Virus is Studied Would Be

Question

A laboratory in which Ebola virus is studied would be classified as a BSL-________ laboratory.
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4

Accepted Answer

Ebola virus is a highly contagious and deadly virus, and therefore would require the highest level of biosafety precautions. BSL-4 laboratories are designed to handle the most dangerous and exotic pathogens, and would be appropriate for studying Ebola virus.