Venous* blood lead level (BLL; microgram/dL) | Perform follow-up test(s)¶ |
<5 | None (no follow-up testing is indicated). |
5 to 14 | Within 1 month. Obtain a maternal BLLΔ or cord BLL at delivery. |
15 to 24 | Within 1 month and then every 2 to 3 months. Obtain a maternal BLLΔ or cord BLL at delivery. More frequent testing may be indicated based on risk factor history. |
25 to 44 | Within 1 to 4 weeks and then every month. Obtain a maternal BLLΔ or cord BLL at delivery. |
≥45 | Within 24 hours and then at frequent intervals depending on clinical interventions and trend in BLLs. Consultation with a clinician experienced in the management of pregnant women with BLLs in this range is strongly advised. Obtain a maternal BLL or cord BLL at delivery. |
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