Lead

Specimen

Trace element free tube (Sodium Heparin)

Units

umol/L

Reference Range

• <0.24 umol/L ≤5 years
• <0.5 umol/L >6 years – Adult

Test Usage

Domestic exposure occurs when old lead-based paints are being sanded or burnt off. Children are at risk when they ingest paint fragments or dust; as are pets when they lick their fur.

Turnaround time

14 days

Availability

Referred Test

Cannot be added to existing request

Assayed By

University Hospital Southampton