We encourage local public health agencies to educate their communities about the risk of lead poisoning and promote blood lead screenings in high-risk areas.
Testing resources
- View the LeadCare II Analyzer Quick Guide for steps on how to collect capillary (finger- or heel-prick) specimens, how to troubleshoot the machine, and when to perform confirmatory venous testing.
Reporting lead test results
All local public health agencies performing blood lead tests are required to report test results to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
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How to report lead test results
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Reporting questions? Email cdphe_leadreports@state.co.us
If you or your lab are experiencing any issues with Reportal please reach out to our support team at CDPHE_Reportal_Support@state.co.us
Case management and follow-up
Colorado follows CDC guidance on case management for lead.
- Please refer to the guidance found in Case management of children with elevated blood lead levels for state and local public health agency responsibility.
Health Alert Network (HAN) Advisories
Contact
For questions about lead poisoning: ToxCall, (303) 692-2606 or cdphe_toxcall@state.co.us
For lead testing, reporting questions, and requests for fact sheets in other languages: cdphe_leadreports@state.co.us