Alabama § 22-11A-40 Laboratory Tests for Aids and Other Diseases; Violations

Alabama Statutes

§ 22-11A-40 — Laboratory Tests for Aids and Other Diseases; Violations

Alabama § 22-11A-40

Title 22Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Control

Ch. 11AReporting Notifiable Diseases

Art. 1General Provisions

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Bluebook

Ala. Code § 22-11A-40 (2026).

Text

(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.

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(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.