How important is it to use protective eyewear and thyroid shield?
Recent studies show increased sensitivity of the eye lens to radiation and thus protection of the eye using lead glass eye wear is very important. The adult thyroid is much less sensitive to radiation as compared to child. However, continued use of thyroid shield is in line with ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).
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