Lead

We offer free blood lead testing for children between 1 and 5 years old.  It is a finger poke blood test, not a blood draw.

Call 608-785-9872 to schedule a blood lead test for your child.

Blood Lead Testing

Children - The best way to know if your child has been exposed to lead is to get them tested.  Lead is a metal that is toxic if it gets into our bodies.  It can affect a growing child's brain, body, or behavior.  The effects of lead can last forever.  The best age to get your child tested is: 

• All children at age 1
• All children at age 2
• All children between age 3 and 5 if they have not had a lead test before

School Age/Teens - Children older than 5 years old can be tested for lead too. Call your doctor or local community clinic to talk about a lead test.

Adults - Certain jobs and hobbies can put adults at risk for lead poisoning. Call your doctor or local community clinic to talk about a lead test.

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

We offer:

• A home visit to look for lead
• Information and education
• Monitoring child's blood lead levels
• Working with your child's doctor
• Lead investigation if needed

Lead In Your Home

Home Testing

• Find a Lead-Safe Company (wi.gov) that performs lead investigations

Resources

• Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home
• The Lead-Safe Certified Guide to Renovate Right (EPA)
• Lead-Safe Wisconsin: The Lead-Safe Homes Program | Wisconsin Department of Health Services
• Lead-Safe Wisconsin | Wisconsin Department of Health Services
• Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program | CDC

Environmental Lead Concerns

You can report unsafe lead or asbestos work to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). Visit the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) page or the Consumer Product Safety Commission page to see recalled items.