N.Y. Public Health Law § 3201: Live pathogenic microorganisms or viruses; sale or other disposal; permission required

§ 3201. Live pathogenic microorganisms or viruses; sale or other

disposal; permission required. 1. No person shall sell or convey any

live pathogenic microorganisms or viruses other than vaccine virus to

any other person without permission of the commissioner, or in the city

of New York without the permission of the department of health of the

city of New York.

2. This section does not apply to diseased tissue, exudate, or other

specimens which are sent by physicians, dentists or veterinarians to

laboratories for examination as an aid in the diagnosis or control of

disease.