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 … [Read more...]
Top Myths About X-ray Aprons
August 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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 … [Read more...]
Attenuation Of Radiation
August 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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 … [Read more...]
What Is Attenuation?
August 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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. … [Read more...]
How-to Size Up An X-ray Apron
July 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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 … [Read more...]
Lead Aprons A New Fashion Trend?
July 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
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 … [Read more...]
