A result in this range is considered safe. The child does not have lead poisoning at this time. This result along with the child's lead history and the type of this test will be used to determine necessary medical management and follow up by The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. The longer the exposure and the higher the lead level increases the probability of lasting adverse health affects. The potentially complex medical, psychosocial, socioeconomic, and environmental needs surrounding lead poisoned children and their families necessitates communication and collaboration between the child's primary care provider and Milwaukee Health Department Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Case Management Teams.
Collaborative efforts are critical to achieve optimal health outcomes for Milwaukee's children.
For further information contact the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program at 286-5987.