Code of Alabama - Title 22: Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Control - Section 22-11A-40 - Laboratory tests for AIDS and other diseases; violations

Section 22-11A-40 - Laboratory tests for AIDS and other diseases; violations.

(a) Prior to the administration of any laboratory test for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) or for viruses that lead to the development of AIDS or any other notifiable disease that may be designated by the State Board of Health, the board shall administer a proficiency testing program to ascertain the qualifications and competency of the personnel conducting the test.

(b) Any laboratory or laboratory personnel who reports the test results of any diseases referenced in this section, when performed by any methods or procedures not approved by the board, shall be guilty of a Class C misdemeanor.

(Acts 1990, No. 90-629, §6; Act 2019-302, §1.)

Last modified: May 3, 2021