|
Physicians and clinical
laboratories are required by law to report all elevated blood lead levels >10
µg/dL in children and adults. Note that this includes reporting of venous and
fingerstick screening, diagnostic, and follow-up tests. Reports must be made to
the ADHS within 5 days of the elevated result. The reporting form is in Appendix
C; the statute and rule requiring the reporting are in Appendix C-1 and C-2.
Additional reporting forms are available from ADHS at (602) 364-3118.
The ADHS uses reports of elevated blood lead levels to conduct a disease
surveillance program and to provide follow-up services to families. Follow-up
services include prevention counseling, environmental investigation, case
management, and referrals to housing, abatement and other prevention resources.
|
