§ 21-251. Analysis of samples

   (a) In general. -- If, while conducting an inspection under § 21-249 of this subtitle or while performing any other function under this subtitle, the Secretary obtains a sample of a food or drug, the Secretary may have an analysis or other examination made in a laboratory of the Department to determine:

   (1) As to a food sample, whether the food:

      (i) Is misbranded;

      (ii) Contains any filthy, putrid, or decomposed substance; or

      (iii) Is otherwise adulterated or unfit for food; or

   (2) As to a drug sample, whether the drug:

      (i) Is adulterated; or

      (ii) Is misbranded.

(b) Copy of results of analysis. -- The results of an analysis or other examination conducted under this section shall be set forth in a written report and a copy of the report shall be given promptly to the owner, operator, or agent in charge of the establishment from which the sample was obtained.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 191C, 195; 1982, ch. 240, § 2; 1987, ch. 306, § 2, 15; 1988, ch. 6, § 11.