There is no safe amount of lead exposure for a child. Screening at the mandated times helps identify children who have been exposed to lead. The current state mandate requires blood lead testing twice before the age of 36 months. In addition, yearly lead screening questionnaires should be performed from 3- 6 years of age.
 

Main Guideline  Algorithm
 

Handout for Patient Families

Note: These handouts are available in a variety of languages on the Connecticut State Department of Public Health website. 

References

These guidelines are intended solely for the use of healthcare professionals who are licensed to practice medicine. This material is not intended to replace professional medical judgment, prescribing information or consultation with a medical professional. Any health care provider using this material acknowledges full responsibility for the medical care and treatment of patients. All health care providers are solely responsible for confirming the accuracy, timeliness, completeness, appropriateness and helpfulness of this material and making all medical, diagnostic or prescription decisions.

For questions about the guidelines, CLASP [at] Connecticutchildrens.org (email the CLASP team).