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17 Απρ 2024 · A patient’s blood lead level (BLL) is measured in micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood (μg/dL). Healthcare providers should follow recommendations based on initial screening capillary and confirmed venous BLLs. Learn more about the recommended actions after a blood lead level test.
1 Δεκ 2021 · These Guidelines for the Identification and Management of Lead Exposure in Pregnant and Lactating Women are based on scientific data and practical considerations regarding preventing lead exposure during pregnancy, assessment and blood lead testing during pregnancy, medical and environmental management to reduce fetal exposure, breastfeeding ...
Prenatal lead exposure has known adverse effects on maternal health and infant outcomes across a wide range of maternal blood lead levels. Pregnant women with blood lead levels of 5 micrograms/dL or higher should be treated as follows: Sources of lead exposure should be identified.
Published online: April 2023. This sheet is about exposure to lead during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is lead and where is it found? Lead is a heavy metal.
16 Απρ 2019 · In pregnant women, lead exposure can impair organ systems such as the hematopoietic, hepatic, renal, and nervous systems, and increase the risk of preeclampsia and adverse perinatal outcomes. Many of the adverse health effects of lead exposure are irreversible.
2 Απρ 2024 · Lead in the blood during pregnancy can: Increase risk for miscarriage. Cause the baby to be born too early or too small. Hurt the baby's brain, kidneys, and nervous system. Cause the child to have learning or behavior problems. If you are pregnant and think you may have been exposed to lead, talk to your healthcare provider.
We included participants in this analysis if they had a singleton pregnancy ≥34 weeks’ gestation with blood lead levels recorded. Participants completed a lead risk factor survey modified for pregnancy. We defined elevated blood lead as ≥2 μg/dL, as this was the clinically reportable level.
