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Lead testing #925389

Asked March 03, 2026, 11:36 PM EST

I was reading about your soil test. I would like to test for contaminants as well- where do you recommend lead testing through?

Washtenaw County Michigan

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Hello

Testing for contaminants/toxins is done by other labs. It can be expensive. We have a bulletin that discusses this kind of testing, and a list of some labs that test for contaminants. (There are other labs that may do this testing you may find as well) Here is the bulletin: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/testing-for-contaminants-in-soil-water-and-plants?utm_source=cc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=extensiondigests

Thank you for your question! Laura S. Michigan State University Extension Advanced Master Gardener Volunteer You may also contact the toll free MSU Extension lawn and garden hotline at 1-888-678-3464 with your gardening questions or visit www.migarden.msu.edu for Smart Gardening resources. Replied March 04, 2026, 10:03 AM EST

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