Lead Test

Physical examination will be advised. Blood is tested for children if the risk assessment is positive. Blood sample is requested. Patient may feel a slight pain or sting when the needle is pricked.

In children, little discomfort may arise due to skin puncture. An elastic band is wrapped around your upper arm which gives you a tight feeling around the arm and small bruise may be developed. You are advised to discuss with doctor about medications that you are followed currently and if you are allergic to any medicine.

Laboratory tests measures the lead poisoning in the system, lead storage, movement of lead from bones into bloodstream. The results will reveal sources of current lead poisoning. Following advices are given to reduce the exposure to the family: use wet wiping so that dust lifting in the air can be avoided. Regular handwashing, remove old carpets. You will be under careful observation.

You are advised to eat, drink, and smoke in areas that are free from lead dust and fumes and consume a well-balanced diet with sufficient calcium, iron, and vitamin C. Take off shoes when entering the house to prevent lead contaminated soil in.,/p>

Blood sample from a heel stick: The skin of the heel is cleaned with alcohol and punctured with a sterile lancet. Drops of blood is collected in a small tube. Once blood is collected, a gauze pad or cotton ball is placed over the punctured site. To maintain pressure on the puncture site, a small bandage is applied.

Blood sample from a vein: Laboratory technician will wrap an elastic band around your upper arm to stop the blood flow which makes the veins below the band larger so it is easier to insert the needle into the vein. Once enough blood collected in the tube, the needle is removed.