Protective Requirements for Using Mobile DR: Focused Shielding of Sensitive Areas
Mobile DR (Digital Radiography) is a bedside X-ray device that does not require a fixed imaging room, offering high flexibility. However, its radiation protection requirements are essentially the same as those for fixed DR equipment and must comply with international and national radiation protection standards. As a domestic manufacturer of mobile DR, Perlove Medical will help you understand the protective measures required when using mobile DR, especially which sensitive body areas need focused shielding. Protective Requirements for Mobile DR Operators 1. Wear Professional Protective Equipment Full-body protection: Operators must wear a lead apron (lead equivalent ≥0.5mmPb) that covers key torso areas, including the chest, abdomen, and back. When necessary, add a thyroid collar, lead glasses, or a lead cap to protect sensitive organs such as the thyroid and eye lenses. Protection of sensitive areas (gonads): Male operators should wear an additional...