Lead Exposure in Children: Why Testing Matters

Lead exposure in children is a serious health concern, yet it often goes unnoticed until symptoms appear. Lead is a toxic heavy metal that can affect nearly every system in the body, but young children are especially vulnerable. Even low levels of lead exposure can lead to developmental delays, learning difficulties, and long-term health issues. With recent updates from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) lowering the acceptable levels of lead in children’s blood, it's more important than ever for parents to understand the risks, symptoms, and steps to take to support your child’s ability to eliminate lead in the body.