B-SB Health Dept is teamed up with WIC & RMAP to screen, investigate, and mitigate any residents with elevated levels of lead in their blood. Young children are especially at risk for elevated blood lead levels and adverse effects. Capillary tests are quicker and less invasive for small children, but venous tests are more accurate. A positive capillary test may need to be followed by a venous test for confirmation. If you would like to learn more about testing your child for lead, contact your provider or Kayla Harvey at 406-497-5003.

Total lead tests: 155

Elevated Blood Lead Tests (\(\ge\) 3.5 \(\mu\)g/dL): 31 (20%)

Elevated Lead Tests since Jan 1, 2023: Summary

Type of Test

Age (years)

Sex

Capilary

Venous

Range

Median

Female

Male

61%

39%

1-28

3

58%

42%

This graph shows the distribution of the ages of positive tests.
Fig. 1: Density of Age of Elevated Tests

Fig. 1: Density of Age of Elevated Tests

Elevated tests were slightly more common in girls than boys.
Fig. 2: Sex Distribution of Elevated Tests

Fig. 2: Sex Distribution of Elevated Tests

The median value for elevated blood lead tests is 5.2 \(\mu\)g/dL.
Fig. 3: Values of Elevated Tests

Fig. 3: Values of Elevated Tests