Definition
Programs that take blood samples from young children to identify individuals who have ingested paint or other materials containing lead and have absorbed an undue amount of the substance. Results may lead to continued surveillance, testing, referrals for medical evaluation, and/or housing inspection to identify lead hazards and prevent further occurrences of lead poisoning. Included are screenings conducted during home visits and clinic-based screening.
URL Name
LF-4900-4500
Third Level Code
LF-4900
Taxonomy Code
LF-4900.4500
Parent Code
LF-4900
Family Code
L
Second Level Code
LF
Fourth Level Code
LF-4900-4500
Use References
Lead Poisoning Detection, Lead Poisoning Testing
Publication Status
Online