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Test Tube Racks In The Laboratory
It has been said that test tube racks were invented less than five minutes after the second test tube was created. While that may not be the case, it certainly is true that test tube racks and test tube holders are essential to … [Read More...]
Top Myths About X-ray Aprons
All x-ray aprons have lead in them. Lead has been the industry standard for radiation protection, but other metals like tin and tungsten can attenuate radiation just as well, or better. These metals have been used to create … [Read More...]
Attenuation Of Radiation
Is your radiation shielding really protecting you? Sometimes we see situations where no protection is needed. Other times a full wrap apron is required. So as a patient, doctor, or radiology technician how does one know if they … [Read More...]
What Is Attenuation?
Attenuation Defined Attenuation is the measurement of energy absorbed and deflected as it passes through a medium. In simpler terms, attenuation is how much stopping power a material has on energy. Consider how energy travels; … [Read More...]
Agarose: The Chemical That Keeps On Giving
From diagnosing diseases to separating molecules, the chemical agarose is used in a variety of medical and science applications. Believe it or not, agarose is actually derived from agar, which is extracted from the cell walls of … [Read More...]
How-to Size Up An X-ray Apron
Proper shielding is essential when protecting against radiation. X-ray aprons come in a variety of sizes, styles, product materials, colors, and patterns. Today we will be focusing on the sizing and style. When selecting an … [Read More...]
Lead Aprons A New Fashion Trend?
Want to become the most popular Rad. tech in your department? Then maybe you should start updating your wardrobe. As radiation techniques advance, lead aprons have been progressing in stylish colors and patterns. The last time … [Read More...]
Simplifying How To Decide Which Microscope Is Right For You
It goes without saying that microscopes are relied on and used on a regular basis by laboratories, medical facilities and schools. Although microscopes are used routinely by many different types of individuals, the process of … [Read More...]
