Positive Test Result for Down Syndrome — Information Provided to Expectant or New Parent

1. Law
2. Tennessee Code
3. Health, Safety and Environmental Protection
4. Department of Health
5. Down Syndrome Information Act of 2018
6. Positive Test Result for Down Syndrome — Information Provided to Expectant or New Parent

1. A healthcare provider who renders prenatal or postnatal care or a genetic counselor who renders genetic counseling may, upon receipt of a positive test result from a test for Down syndrome, provide the expectant or new parent with the information provided by the department under this part.
2. Nothing in this section creates a duty of care or other legal obligation beyond the requirements set forth in this section.

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