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Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in Washington

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 Washington communities

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Seattle3,438,221Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSpokane440,270Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKennewick241,230Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBremerton219,538Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTacoma217,332Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOlympia200,836Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingVancouver188,331Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMarysville164,655Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBellevue149,365Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKent134,890Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingYakima130,440Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBellingham129,601Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEverett110,438Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRenton105,313Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSpokane Valley102,178Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFederal Way99,792Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKirkland91,656Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAuburn85,306Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPasco76,398Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRedmond72,166Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWenatchee71,119Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLongview67,958Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMount Vernon67,767Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSouth Hill66,713Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSammamish66,532Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLakewood62,972Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRichland59,718Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingShoreline58,213Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLacey52,572Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBurien51,646Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBothell47,355Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEdmonds42,622Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPuyallup42,366Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingIssaquah39,057Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLynnwood38,812Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingParkland38,092Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLake Stevens35,135Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSpanaway34,670Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingUniversity Place34,565Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWalla Walla33,765Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGraham33,727Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPullman32,968Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDes Moines32,631Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSeaTac30,867Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOrchards28,371Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMaple Valley27,643Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCamas25,774Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMill Creek East25,528Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMercer Island25,506Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTumwater24,855Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMoses Lake24,764Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorth Lynnwood24,562Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBainbridge Island24,557Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOak Harbor24,267Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKenmore23,556Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEastmont23,088Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingUnion Hill-Novelty Hill23,060Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCottage Lake22,779Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMartha Lake22,251Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBonney Lake22,229Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing