Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 3
Subtitle 10 - LABORATORIES
Chapter 10.10.10 - Job-Related Alcohol and Controlled Dangerous Substances Testing
Section 10.10.10.07 - Specimen Collection and Handling Procedures
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.10.10.07
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. Chain of Custody. A person collecting a specimen shall employ quality assurance and chain-of-custody procedures that include:
(1) Collecting a specimen in a sealed
container that has a non-resealable closure or an evidentiary tape that assures
detection of any tampering;
(2)
Collecting, handling, storing, and shipping a specimen in a manner that:
(a) Maintains its identity, confidentiality,
and physical integrity, and
(b)
Precludes specimen contamination or adulteration; and
(3) Documenting each time a person accesses
or transfers the specimen.
B. Specimen Quantity. A person collecting a specimen shall collect a quantity sufficient to perform an initial screening test, a confirmation test, and an independent test.
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