Serum Lead Level - Book Test at Low Cost

The serum Lead Level Test is a blood test that measures the level of lead (a highly poisonous soft metal present in the environment) in the body. Doctors recommend this test because the high level of lead in the body indicates a problem such as lead poisoning and can damage the developing brain or stop the growth of the developing brain.

Why is Serum Lead Level Test Done?

The Serum lead Level test is usually recommended for children and adults who have been exposed to lead.

• To measure the concentration of lead in the blood
• To screen for exposure to lead.
• To monitor the effectiveness of ongoing treatment
• To check whether the level of lead lowering with treatment.
• If children have signs of brain and nervous system damage, problems in speech, language, and attention, growth failure, hearing loss, headaches, decreased red blood cells, sleep disorders, seizures, weight loss, fatigue, abdominal pain, vomiting, etc.
• If adults have problems such as miscarriage, premature birth, infertility, headache, pain, tingling in the hands and feet, muscle and joint pain, high blood pressure, memory loss,  seizures, etc. that can be due to lead poisoning.

Preparation

No preparation is needed for Serum Lead Level Test.

What is the procedure for Serum Lead Level Test?

The patient needs to give a blood sample for the procedure of the Serum Lead Level Test.

Risks/ Side Effects

There is no risk of having a Serum Lead Level Test.

Cost of Serum Lead Level Test

The cost of a Serum Lead Level Test near me in Delhi ranges from INR 2400 to INR 3000.