Important Facts for Blood Lead Levels among Children
Definition
Concentration of blood lead among children aged 1 to 5 years in the 97.5 percentile (mcg/dL)Numerator
Concentration of blood lead among children aged 1 to 5 years in the 97.5 percentile (mcg/dL)Denominator
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Lead can disrupt the normal growth and development of a child's brain and central nervous system. Children may be exposed to lead in lead-based paint; some imported goods such as toys, cosmetics, candy, and spices; some herbal remedies and folk medicines; lead pipes; and ceramic pottery.[https://nj.gov/health/childhoodlead/documents/knowlead_poster_english.pdf ^1^]Healthy People Objective: Reduce blood lead level in children aged 15 years
U.S. Target: 5.2 mcg/dLState Target: 4.5 mcg/dL