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Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in New Mexico

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 Mexico communities

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Albuquerque765,693Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLas Cruces141,399Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRio Rancho102,403Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSanta Fe99,439Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRoswell48,347Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFarmington46,696Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHobbs39,476Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingClovis38,505Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSouth Valley36,583Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCarlsbad31,525Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAlamogordo31,201Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGallup21,901Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLos Lunas17,072Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSunland Park16,488Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDeming14,730Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingChaparral14,098Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLos Alamos13,270Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLas Vegas13,247Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingArtesia12,637Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorth Valley12,594Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPortales12,151Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLovington11,505Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEspañola10,492Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSilver City9,694Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGrants9,208Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBernalillo9,049Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAnthony8,748Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSocorro8,553Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCorrales8,488Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingShiprock8,452Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRuidoso7,636Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBloomfield7,514Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBelen7,374Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingZuni Pueblo7,012Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTaos6,524Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAztec6,283Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorth Hobbs6,148Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEdgewood6,106Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRaton6,082Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTruth or Consequences6,078Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSanta Teresa6,037Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLos Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWhite Rock5,716Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEldorado at Santa Fe5,419Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTucumcari5,221Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEl Cerro Mission5,103Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCrouch Mesa4,997Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLos Chaves4,938Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRio Communities4,904Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLee Acres4,851Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingParadise Hills4,442Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMeadow Lake4,248Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKirtland AFB4,142Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHolloman AFB4,128Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLa Cienega4,110Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBosque Farms4,010Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPlacitas3,863Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPeralta3,392Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingChimayo3,208Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingVado3,199Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing