Rule 511-5-4-.02. Definitions
Unless a different meaning is required by the context, the following terms as used in these Rules shall have the meaning hereinafter respectively ascribed to same:
- (a) "Standard serologic test for syphilis" means a test designed to detect evidence of syphilis.
- (b) "Standard serologic test for hepatitis B" means a test designed to detect evidence of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg).
- (c) "Standard serologic test for hepatitis C" means a test designed to detect evidence of hepatitis C. This definition includes an HCV-antibody test with reflect HCV RNA polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test.
- (d) "Standard serologic test for HIV" means a test designed to detect evidence of HIV.
- (e) "Department" means the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Authority: O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2A-6, 31-12-3, 31-17-4.
History. Original Rule entitled "Definitions" adopted. F. Sep. 20, 2013; eff. Oct. 10, 2013.
Amended: F. Aug. 1, 2022; eff. Aug. 31, 2022, as specified by the Agency.