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I got a tattoo with non-toxic ink from walmart, i am worried i may have lead poisoning now. is it possible? how much lead may i have in me?

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See below: There would not be any lead in the ink.

Answered 11/6/2012

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Possible: The non toxic ink may have lead in it, cannot rule it out until the ink is tested for lead. Or you can go to your primary care doctor and request a blood lead test.

Dr Eitner agreed

Answered 3/12/2015

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