{"product_id":"lood","title":"Lead","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Lead?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead is a heavy metal found in the environment and may be present in small quantities in our bodies. Although it occurs naturally, lead is toxic to humans, and exposure can lead to serious health problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy should you have Lead tested?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTesting for lead is important because exposure to high levels of lead can be harmful to almost all body systems. It is particularly important for pregnant women, young children, and people who live or work in environments with an increased risk of lead exposure, such as old houses with lead-containing paint or industrial areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does it indicate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlood lead levels indicate the amount of lead present in the body. It helps assess lead exposure and identify individuals who may require medical intervention or exposure prevention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a high lead level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA high lead level in the blood can indicate recent or chronic lead exposure. It can lead to health problems such as neurological damage, developmental delays in children, high blood pressure, kidney problems, and fertility issues in adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a low lead level mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA low lead level is the target, as lead has no known essential function in the body. It means there is minimal to no lead exposure, which is ideal for good health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BloedCheckup","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47713098269018,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0814\/6816\/2394\/files\/Lood.png?v=1755941796","url":"https:\/\/store.bloedcheckup.nl\/nl\/products\/lood","provider":"BloedCheckup","version":"1.0","type":"link"}