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2013 South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 44 - Health
CHAPTER 44 - BIRTH DEFECTS
SECTION 44-44-20. Definitions.


SC Code § 44-44-20 (2013) What's This?

For purposes of this chapter:

(1) "Birth defect" is defined as structural malformation, deformation, or disruption, present at birth, as determined before or after birth.

(2) "Department" means the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.

HISTORY: 2004 Act No. 281, Section 1, eff May 11, 2004.

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