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Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in New Jersey

Below is a plain-language overview of the lead levels blood test – toxicity testing. The Lead Levels Blood Test measures the amount of lead in your blood, which can indicate exposure to this potentially harmful metal.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test checks for the presence of lead in the blood. Lead is a heavy metal that can be toxic if it accumulates in the body. Monitoring lead levels is important for assessing exposure and potential health risks.

What it measures

  • Lead — reflects the amount of lead in your blood

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, where a healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein in your arm. This sample is then analyzed in a laboratory to determine lead levels.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test to evaluate potential lead exposure, especially in individuals who may be at risk due to their environment or occupation. It can also be used to monitor lead levels in those previously identified with elevated levels.

Preparation

Preparation for the test may vary, so it's important to follow the specific instructions provided by the collection lab.

How results are reported

Results are reported as the amount of lead in the blood, usually in micrograms per deciliter. Reference ranges can vary by laboratory, so it's important to discuss your results with a healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Sample collection method
  • Turnaround time for results
  • Specific preparation instructions

Cities

Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in New Jersey communities

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Trenton316,436Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNewark306,247Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingJersey City287,146Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAtlantic City236,314Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPaterson157,927Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingElizabeth135,772Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingVineland92,364Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingClifton89,460Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCamden72,381Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBayonne70,553Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPassaic70,308Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEast Orange68,918Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingUnion City67,903Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTwin Rivers64,012Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHoboken59,369Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNew Brunswick55,671Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPerth Amboy55,046Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPlainfield54,183Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWest New York52,485Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSicklerville46,626Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHackensack45,723Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSayreville45,062Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLinden43,387Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKearny41,790Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFort Lee39,701Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFair Lawn34,820Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGarfield32,481Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLong Branch31,734Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWestfield30,950Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPrinceton30,717Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRahway29,582Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEnglewood29,129Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBergenfield28,282Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMillville27,946Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingParamus26,650Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRidgewood25,991Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLodi25,983Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCliffside Park25,515Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCarteret25,077Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSomerset24,827Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSouth Plainfield24,251Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorth Plainfield22,635Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSummit22,598Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRoselle22,511Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHillsborough22,273Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingParsippany21,931Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSecaucus21,439Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingElmwood Park21,239Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLindenwold21,048Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPleasantville20,505Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPalisades Park20,291Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGlassboro20,284Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMorristown20,003Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHawthorne19,507Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPreakness19,083Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTinton Falls19,053Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPoint Pleasant18,839Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHarrison18,824Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRutherford18,781Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingColonia18,776Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing