The recommended lead equivalency for gonadal shielding when kVp values are less than 100 is:

0.25 mm
0.50 mm
0.75 mm
1 mm


0.25 mm

Rationale: 0.25 mm lead equivalency is recommended with kVp values less than 100 . 0.50 mm lead equivalent with kVp 100-150 and 1.0 mm lead equivalent with kVp greater than 150.

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