This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 32-3230.03, which mandates that physicians inform patients of their options regarding blood donation prior to surgery. Specifically, it requires that patients be notified about the possibility of donating their own blood (autologous donation) or having a compatible family member or friend make a directed blood donation for their use. The physician is also responsible for contacting a blood bank to complete the necessary paperwork if the patient opts for either type of donation.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "physician" for the purposes of this section, specifying that it refers to individuals licensed under chapter 13 or 17 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. The current law remains unchanged, with no deletions from existing statutes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-3230.03