Oklahoma § 63-2167 - Blood solicitation and donation
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 63-2167 — Blood solicitation and donation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 63-2167. Blood solicitation and donation
A. It shall be the intent of the Legislature that each blood
service system operating in this state use only blood and blood
Oklahoma Statutes - Title 63. Public Health and Safety
products obtained from volunteer donors, except in an emergency
calling for a rare blood type that is not available from a nonpaid
donor or in an unusual disaster situation when normal supply is
interrupted or depleted. Blood collected from inmates in
correctional facilities shall not be used to transfuse patients in
this state.
B. Blood solicitation or donation as a prerequisite for
surgical or medical reasons is hereby prohibited.
C. Every blood donor organization shall adopt policies and
procedures for directed blood donations. Such designated donations
must be medically suitable of purpose, safety, and acceptability to
the body of the recipient.
D. Appeals for blood donations should be directed at the
community at large, including organized groups within the community.
While appeals to the family and friends of the hospitalized patients
are an acceptable part of total donor recruitment program, blood
service establishments should exercise discretion in such appeals
and should carefully avoid the use of any undue pressure or
coercion.
Amended by Laws 1986, c. 146, § 2, operative June 1, 1986.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 63-2167
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 63-2167 cover?
Section 63-2167 ("Blood solicitation and donation") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 63-2167?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 63-2167 apply to my situation?
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