                                 CODE OF VIRGINIA

ADULT WELLNESS SCREENING FOR SICKLE CELL DISEASE OR THE SICKLE CELL TRAIT (§
32.1-73.21)

In order to prevent disability or death, every adult resident of the
Commonwealth may be offered screening tests for sickle cell disease or sickle
cell trait, with an emphasis on individuals of reproductive age and individuals
who are unaware of their sickle cell trait status.
		The health care professional in charge of the adult&#8217;s annual health
examination may cause such tests to be performed, and if performed, shall
provide education and appropriate counseling regarding the test results.
		The program for screening adults for sickle cell disease or the sickle cell
trait may be conducted in addition to the programs provided for in Article 8 (§
32.1-68 et seq.).

HISTORY: 2024, c. 182.