Lead Thyroid Collar, Radiation Protection

This lead thyroid collar is worn around the neck to shield the thyroid gland specifically, one of the more radiation sensitive structures in the body, during procedures that involve X-ray or fluoroscopy exposure. Engineered from lead material, the collar is intended to provide protection that reduces radiation reaching the thyroid, which is a common addition to a lead apron for staff who spend extended periods working near radiation sources, since the thyroid is not always fully covered by a standard half or full apron on its own.

Both healthcare professionals working regularly around imaging equipment and, in some cases, patients undergoing certain procedures can benefit from wearing a thyroid collar as an extra, targeted layer of shielding beyond general body protection. Minimising unnecessary radiation exposure over repeated procedures is an important part of occupational radiation safety, and a dedicated thyroid collar addresses a specific risk area that broader protective garments may not fully cover.

Radiology departments, dental practices using X-ray equipment, and interventional imaging suites use thyroid collars like this as standard protective equipment.