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Lead

Source Blood (for Urine Lead, see Trace Elements)
Mnemonic LEAD
Specimen Requirements

1 x 7 mL royal blue top EDTA tube (tubes available from CLS Referrals Department)

Whole blood; minimum volume for pediatric patients: 1 mL whole blood.

Wear non-powdered gloves throughout blood collection.

Specimen Handling

Thoroughly mix blood.  Do not transfer to another container. Send whole blood tube.

Referrals: send to DKML on cold pack.

Additional Information Physicians and Medical Staff: Please refer to Recommended Actions According to Blood Lead Level.
Testing Location DynaLife Dx
Testing Frequency Weekly
Alternate Name(s)
Reference Interval


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