It is declared to be the policy of this state to identify families who have members with genetic disorders that cause birth defects and mental retardation. A part of this policy shall be to encourage prevention of birth defects and mental retardation through education, genetic counseling and amniocentesis when applicable.
Ala. Code § 22-10A-1
Declaration of Policy.
(Acts 1978, No. 824, p. 1226, §1.)
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