The results from any test may be provided directly to the person requesting the test if the test concerned that person. These test results shall be clearly presented and indicate whether there is a need for referral to a physician and surgeon.
Owners and laboratory directors of all clinical laboratories shall preserve medical records and laboratory records, as defined in this section, for three years from the date of testing, examination, or purchase. Failure to retain records accordingly is cause of legal action. Information in these medical records shall be confidential, with certain exceptions.
Owners/directors of clinical labs shall preserve medical and lab records for at least 3 years. Information shall be confidential, disclosed only to authorized persons.
