(1) If, in the course of practicing genetic counseling, a licensed genetic counselor becomes aware of an indication of a genetic or medical condition or disease that requires a diagnosis or treatment outside the scope of practice of genetic counseling, the licensed genetic counselor shall refer the patient to a physician licensed under ORS Chapter 677 or other appropriate licensed health care practitioner.

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(2) Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize a licensed genetic counselor to diagnose, test for or treat a genetic or medical condition or disease. [2021 c.231 § 4]