048-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-7

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 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.

048-1 Wyo. Code R. § 1-7

Amended, Eff. 9/7/2017.