X-Ray Gonadal (3 pieces) LEAD 1.32mmPb

Patient shielding has been one way to help reduce radiation exposure to sensitive areas on the body such as the gonads and has been used for decades.

Gonadal shielding devices are used during diagnostic x-ray procedures to protect the reproductive organs from exposure to the primary beam. They should be used when the gonads are within approximately 5 cm of a properly collimated beam.

• The human reproductive organs need special protection from radiation..