Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 111 - RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
Chapter 111-8 - HEALTHCARE FACILITY REGULATION
Subject 111-8-10 - LICENSURE OF CLINICAL LABORATORIES
Rule 111-8-10-.29 - Exemption of Specific Screening and Monitoring Tests
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
A facility or part of a facility in which laboratory testing is performed may apply and qualify for exemption from personnel requirements for specific screening and monitoring tests or techniques, as approved and published by the Board.
(a) The Department shall establish guidelines for the exempted screening and monitoring tests, which shall include adequate provisions for (1) personnel, (2) quality control, (3) reporting, (4) record keeping and (5) safety. The guidelines and list of tests or techniques will be periodically reviewed and published by the Department.
(b) Screening and monitoring approvals shall be issued by the Department and shall be valid for one year or a limited and specified time.
(c) Approvals, renewal of approvals or continuation of approvals are subject to continued conformance with the published guidelines, as determined by the Department. If approval is not granted, the laboratory testing is subject to clinical laboratory licensure.
O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2-7 and 31-22-1et seq.
