Lead whole blood
Pb
27.98
4 mls K2EDTA Trace Element tube (dark blue), purple top EDTA is also acceptable
0.3 mL EDTA whole blood (micro tube)
Sendaway - Biochemistry
Weekly
µmol/L
See notes below
Blood lead testing is referred to Canterbury Health Laboratories. Turnaround time is 7 days
Whole blood lead levels equal to or greater than 0.48 µmol/L, from non-occupational exposure, must be notified to the Medical Officer of Health (Updated August 2007). Notification is the responsibility of the doctor treating the patient. With occupational exposure, a whole blood level of 2.4 µmol/L or greater, must be notified to the Department of Labour (Workplace Services - formerly OSH)
LEAB
$LEAB
