[Jewelry making - Article 00550] - Re: [Orchid] Tested Positive Heavy Metal

[Judy Willingham]

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Hello,

    If your blood tests show high levels of lead, you should already
    have been referred and should now be in touch with your local or
    state environmental public health professional/sanitarian. The source
    could be completely environmental and unrelated to your lapidary
    activities. This is not the place for an extensive discussion of
    possible exposures, as there are so many avenues and a thorough
    evaluation of your surroundings, dietary habits, and activities can
    narrow the focus. 

    I've been "on the case" of tracking lead exposures and you do need a
    professional. It's detective work. S/he will have an exhaustive list
    of questions and can collect samples accurately or run an XRF on
    surfaces around you. 

    However, should you have questions, I'll try to help. Contact me off
    list. Although I've let the certificate lapse, I was a certified
    lead inspector for a local health dept. 

Judy in Kansas
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