Warhammer question, can ork spores cause infection?

I'm not big on Warhammer, but I've been interested in the lore and started with the wikipedia article on the Orks. Since Orks reproduce asexually via spores emitted from their corpses, is it possible for another living life form to fall victim to infection by the spores? If so, what are the details? Include symptoms, rate of infection, and prevention methods--assuming any of that information has been officially made known.