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Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in Connecticut

Below is a plain-language overview of the lead levels blood test – toxicity testing. A lead levels blood test measures the amount of lead in the bloodstream. It helps assess recent or ongoing exposure to this heavy metal.

Sample typeBlood and/or urine at a collection lab
ReferralIncluded — no referral from your own doctor needed

Lab requirements in Connecticut

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in CT. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.

Physician's order
Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
Fasting
Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
Preparation
Preparation instructions vary by laboratory. Follow the specific instructions provided by the collection facility.
Sample & visit
A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
Identification
Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
Turnaround
1-3 business days
Availability
Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.

Before you go

  • Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
  • Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
  • No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
  • A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
  • Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.

Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.

What this test is

This test quantifies lead concentration in a blood sample. Lead is a toxic metal that can accumulate in the body and affect multiple organ systems. The test is used to screen for or monitor exposure.

What it measures

  • Lead — reflects the amount of lead present in the blood

What the test involves

A healthcare professional collects a small blood sample, usually from a vein in the arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order this test if someone has symptoms suggesting lead exposure or known risk factors. It is also used to monitor individuals with occupational or environmental exposure.

Preparation

Preparation instructions vary by laboratory. Follow the specific instructions provided by the collection facility.

How results are reported

Results are reported as a concentration of lead in the blood, with a reference range that varies by laboratory. Your clinician will interpret the result in the context of your health and exposure history.

Before you go

  • Whether any special preparation is needed
  • How long results will take
  • Whether a clinician's order is required

Cities

Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in Connecticut communities

Choose your city for local context and to order this test.

Bridgeport975,078Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHartford907,046Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNew Haven587,648Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorwich201,726Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWaterbury199,552Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDanbury177,722Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingStamford134,820Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorwalk90,821Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNew Britain74,022Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMeriden60,790Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBristol60,733Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWest Haven55,518Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMilford city 50,694Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMiddletown47,164Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingShelton40,944Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTorrington35,447Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNaugatuck31,586Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNew London27,585Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWallingford Center19,211Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAnsonia18,945Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWillimantic18,150Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingStorrs16,784Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDerby12,387Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTrumbull Center10,468Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKensington9,626Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOakville9,507Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingConning Towers Nautilus Park9,479Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSandy Hook9,406Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRiverside9,133Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLong Hill8,307Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGlastonbury Center8,187Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingThompsonville8,134Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSouthwood Acres7,875Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRockville7,612Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNew Canaan7,399Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingStaples7,125Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCos Cob7,089Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOld Greenwich6,929Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWinsted6,662Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNorthford6,117Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSimsbury Center6,072Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHazardville6,070Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCheshire Village6,006Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBranford Center5,934Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDaniels Farm5,764Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSherwood Manor5,710Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNoroton5,682Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPawcatuck5,383Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLake Pocotopaug5,124Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingTerryville5,110Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingByram4,994Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLong Hill4,645Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingQuinnipiac University4,614Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingStafford Springs4,611Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMystic4,354Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEast Village4,250Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHeritage Village4,232Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDanielson4,146Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBroad Brook4,145Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOronoque3,790Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing