Severe Lead Poisoning in Children: Causes and Risk Factors

Source: ScienceDailyAlthough national and local policies have reduced the prevalence of lead poisoning in the United States, severe cases still occur.  Whereas, exposures at blood lead levels (BLLs) as low as 5 µg/dL have been associated with long-term irreversible cognitive deficits, more severe exposures at BLLs ?45 µg/dL can result in organ damage and death.  In a new study scheduled for publication in The Journal of Pediatrics, researchers identified...