Gonad Shield

Device typeGonad radiation shield: A personal protective device intended to shield the gonads of an individual (i.e., a device operator, patient, or other attending person) from unnecessary exposure to radiation from diagnostic medical and dental procedures by providing an attenuating barrier to the radiation. It comes in various configurations: 1) anatomically designed to fit over the gonads; 2) placed directly on the body; or 3) attached to the wall or radiation delivery device on an articulating arm. Radiation protection male and female gonadal shields are typically made of lead (Pb) or lead-equivalent material.

FDA categoryShield, Gonadal

Device IDG031806SRL0

MRI safetyLabeling does not contain MRI Safety Information