I don’t have to get the lead out!

Joan,
My lab test showed no lead in my system from that ceramic mug. Very
confusing because I SURE had a major problem and went to the ER!!! It’s
typical, though - nothing wrong but I get major symptoms of *something.*

Onward and forward,
Jan (60 y/o, T-1 11/5/50, pmpg 8/23/83)

7 Responses to “I don’t have to get the lead out!”

  1. carmen15 Says:

    Hi Jan:
    No lead, good!
    get the mug checked anyway. there are other metals and salts that can cause
    problems…Joan:)

  2. carolann_70 Says:

    Only problem is, where? The lab said they do only blood!
    Jan

  3. lou10 Says:

    > Only problem is, where? The lab said they do only blood!

    There is a heavy metal screen for metals that I believe includes lead…the
    usual sample is a 24hr. urine. Most labs can give you the necessary
    containers with preservative. They then usually send this out to a bigger
    reference lab.

    Scott

  4. carolann_70 Says:

    Scott,
    But I have a ceramic mug that is turquoise on the inside that I was freezing
    and drinking deliciously cold milk from since before Christmas. I developed
    severe pains about 3 weeks ago and had to sleep in my clothes because I
    couldn’t get slacks or socks off — hugsband is a trucker and home mostly
    just weekends. The mug, when frozen, had a chalky white interior. I was
    drinking something I wasn’t supposed to. Where can I get the mug tested?
    The pains cleared up when I realized that mug shouldn’t do that and I ceased
    immediately!! (sure miss it)
    Jan

    > Only problem is, where? The lab said they do only blood!

    There is a heavy metal screen for metals that I believe includes lead…the
    usual sample is a 24hr. urine. Most labs can give you the necessary

    containers with preservative. They then usually send this out to a bigger
    reference lab.

    Scott

  5. carmen15 Says:

    State University Chemistry lab–organic or inorganic….call and speak to the
    Chairman of the Dept. that should get you started…Joan:)

  6. carmen15 Says:

    thanks Scott, good Idea ! Joan :)

  7. carmen15 Says:

    Jan - there are plastic double layer mugs that you can stick in the freezer
    to freeze and keep drinks cold without diluting with ice….most of the time
    they’re filled with some kind of fluid…most times water….so, you
    shouldn’t have to miss your frozen milk…..Joan:)

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