048-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-7 - Informed Consent

(a) Before performing a bloodspot specimen collection or pulse oximetry screening, the qualified healthcare professional shall obtain the informed consent of the child's parent or guardian, according to Wyo. Stat. Ann. §§ 35-4-801(c). As part of the informed consent process, the qualified healthcare professional shall educate the child's parent or guardian about the importance of a second bloodspot specimen collection between approximately ten (10) days and two (2) weeks of age.

(b) If a parent or guardian objects to bloodspot specimen collection or pulse oximetry screening:

(i) The child is exempt from the objected screening;

(ii) The parent or guardian shall complete a written waiver form; and

(iii) The qualified healthcare professional shall assure completion of the written waiver form documenting the objection and submit the waiver form to the Department within ten (10) days of birth.

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048-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-7

Amended, Eff. 9/7/2017.