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Can Medical Laboratory Test Results Be Reported Directly to a Patient?

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Can Medical Laboratory Test Results Be Reported Directly to a Patient?

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State law does not allow the direct reporting to patients of laboratory test results. But they may be reported to patients upon the written request of the provider who ordered the testing. Generally, this prohibition is designed to protect the patient by insuring that proper explanation and interpretation of laboratory findings are given, and possible harmful misinterpretations avoided. (DPH Regs. 19a-36-D32).