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Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing in WI. 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 Wisconsin communities

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

Milwaukee1,340,981Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMadison461,778Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGreen Bay219,472Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAppleton218,448Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRacine135,352Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKenosha123,061Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingEau Claire103,586Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingLa Crosse99,227Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWausau76,016Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOshkosh74,737Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingJanesville71,907Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWaukesha71,307Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSheboygan70,234Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWest Bend69,672Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWest Allis60,220Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWauwatosa48,072Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFond du Lac44,412Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBrookfield41,020Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNew Berlin40,289Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMenomonee Falls38,219Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGreenfield37,623Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFranklin36,685Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBeloit36,567Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOak Creek36,266Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSun Prairie35,528Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingManitowoc34,267Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFitchburg29,361Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMount Pleasant27,572Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingNeenah27,194Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSuperior26,601Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingStevens Point25,752Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCaledonia25,288Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingDe Pere25,216Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMuskego24,991Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMequon24,814Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWatertown23,030Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMiddleton21,634Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingPleasant Prairie21,193Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSouth Milwaukee20,785Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGermantown20,780Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHoward19,828Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingFox Crossing18,907Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOnalaska18,760Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWisconsin Rapids18,711Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMarshfield18,668Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingCudahy18,197Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMenasha18,157Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingOconomowoc17,969Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingAshwaubenon17,042Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingKaukauna16,929Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingMenomonie16,721Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBeaver Dam16,594Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingRiver Falls16,058Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingBellevue15,922Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWeston15,609Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingHartford15,526Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWhitefish Bay14,818Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingGreendale14,735Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingWaunakee14,679Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity TestingSalem Lakes14,630Lead Levels Blood Test – Toxicity Testing