Maine § 2030. - Requested
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 2030. — Requested, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2030.. Requested
1. Request from authorized person. Except as otherwise provided, a medical laboratory shall examine specimens only at the request of a licensed physician or other person authorized by law to use the findings of laboratory examinations.
2. Exceptions. Notwithstanding this section, a medical laboratory may examine specimens without a physician referral for a limited number of laboratory services to be determined by rules adopted by the department. Those services include testing for:
A. Glucose for patients who have been previously diagnosed as having diabetes; [PL 1989, c. 665, §2 (NEW).]
B. Pregnancy; [PL 1989, c. 665, §2 (NEW).]
C. Colon cancer; and [PL 1989, c. 665, §2 (NEW).]
D. Cholesterol. [PL 1989, c. 665, §2 (NEW).]
3. Testing without referral. This section does not require any medical laboratory to perform laboratory services without a physician referral.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 2030.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 2030. cover?
Section 2030. ("Requested") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 2030.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 2030." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 2030. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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