§ 23-83-5. Collection not required if health of mother or newborn impacted.
An obstetrical professional or facility is not required to collect cord blood or cooperate in the collection of cord blood if in the professional judgment of a licensed obstetrical professional the collection of the cord blood would threaten the health of the mother or the newborn child.
History of Section.P.L. 2008, ch. 101, § 1; P.L. 2008, ch. 153, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-83 - The Umbilical Cord Blood Donation Notification Act
Section 23-83-1. - Short title.
Section 23-83-2. - Definitions.
Section 23-83-3. - Notification of option to donate umbilical cord blood.
Section 23-83-4. - No fees for donation.
Section 23-83-5. - Collection not required if health of mother or newborn impacted.
Section 23-83-6. - Hospitals required to facilitate donations.