What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're concerned about potential lead exposure from old paint, contaminated water, workplace environments, or imported products. It helps identify harmful lead levels in your blood that can cause developmental issues in children, fatigue, headaches, and cognitive problems in adults. Many people use this test when moving into older homes, working with lead materials, or when children show unexplained developmental delays.

What happens after I get my results?

You'll receive doctor notes in simple language explaining what your lead level means for your health and safety. These notes include personalized recommendations like identifying and removing lead sources in your environment, dietary changes to reduce absorption, and whether you need medical intervention or chelation therapy. Along with your standard lab report, you can track your lead levels over time using our trends feature to ensure successful removal of exposure sources.

What's included in this test?

This test measures blood lead levels (capillary blood sample). Blood lead concentration reflects your body's total lead burden from environmental, occupational, or dietary exposure, helping identify both recent exposure and accumulated lead stored in bones and organs. This single biomarker is critical for assessing toxicity risk and determining whether intervention is needed to prevent long-term health effects.

When will I get my results?

Most lead test results are available within 1-3 business days after your sample reaches the laboratory. You'll receive an email notification when your results and doctor notes are ready to view in your secure online account. The quick turnaround helps you take prompt action if elevated lead levels are detected.

Who should consider getting this test?

This test is essential for children living in homes built before 1978, pregnant women, and adults working with batteries, construction, painting, or pottery. It's also recommended if you've been renovating an older home, drinking water from old pipes, or if children show symptoms like learning difficulties, irritability, or developmental delays. Anyone concerned about environmental lead exposure should consider testing.

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

In children, watch for developmental delays, learning difficulties, irritability, loss of appetite, weight loss, sluggishness, and abdominal pain. Adults may experience headaches, fatigue, muscle and joint pain, difficulty concentrating, memory problems, mood disorders, and high blood pressure. Since symptoms can be subtle or mimic other conditions, testing is the only reliable way to confirm lead exposure.

How can I reduce lead exposure in my home?

Keep your home clean by wet-mopping floors and wiping surfaces regularly to remove lead dust. If you have lead paint, don't sand or scrape it yourself - hire certified professionals for safe removal. Run cold tap water for 30 seconds before using it for drinking or cooking, and consider testing your water. Feed your family calcium, iron, and vitamin C-rich foods, which help reduce lead absorption.

What is lead poisoning and why does it matter?

Lead is a toxic heavy metal that accumulates in your body over time and can damage the brain, kidneys, and nervous system. It's especially dangerous for children because their developing brains and bodies absorb more lead and are more vulnerable to its effects. Even low levels of lead exposure can cause permanent learning disabilities, behavioral problems, and reduced IQ in children, while adults may experience cardiovascular and kidney problems.

What does a high blood lead level mean?

Elevated lead levels indicate you've been exposed to lead from paint, water, soil, or occupational sources, and your body has absorbed enough to potentially cause health problems. In children, any level above 3.5 mcg/dL requires action to find and remove the source. In adults, levels above 5 mcg/dL suggest significant exposure. High levels require immediate steps to eliminate exposure and may need medical treatment.

How often should I retest my lead levels?

If your initial test shows elevated levels, retest every 1-3 months until levels normalize after removing the exposure source. Children at high risk should be tested at ages 1 and 2, or anytime between 6 months and 6 years if living in high-risk housing. Adults in lead-related occupations should test annually. Once levels are normal and exposure is eliminated, routine retesting typically isn't necessary unless new risk factors arise.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

In the test options, find the test you want. If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option. Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Lead Exposure Test - Check Blood Lead Levels

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

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Blood Test for Lead Exposure and Toxicity

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