Definition

Children 6 to 26 months and under age 6 tested for lead with blood lead levels greater than or equal to 5 micrograms/deciliter.

Data Source

As reported by the N.J. Department of Health, Division of Family Health Services, Maternal and Child Health Services, Child and Adolescent Health Program, Annual Childhood Lead Exposure reports.

Notes

Five micrograms/deciliter is a used by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a blood lead reference level at which primary care

Last Updated

2024-12