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lead shielding
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lead shielding
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the use of aprons and other devices containing lead as protective measures against radiation. A layer of lead 1 mm thick can attenuate 99% of x-rays of 50 kVp and 94% of x-rays of 100 kVp.


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Radiographers prepare the patient for the X-ray procedure, set up the area with lead shields, and prepare the X-ray beam.
It means I can write and support my head and back, while my laptop rests on a little lead shield on my lap.
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