Zevalin™ Y-90 Unit Dose Pig
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The 001-788 Unit Dose Pig is designed to reduce exposure from Beta emitting radiopharmaceuticals, such as the Y-90 component of a Zevalin™ treatment. The barrel of the pig is constructed of .09" thick (2.3 mm) lead and .36" (9.1 mm) acrylic that attenuates beta emissions and errant Bremsstrahlung. The lead and acrylic is encased in a durable plastic. The pig accommodates a 10 cc B-D syringe filled to 9 cc. The pig fits into the Zevalin shipping container and most Ammo cans.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 10.3" l x 2.3" dia. (26 x 5.8 cm)
- Lead Shielding: .09" thick (2.3 mm)
- Acrylic Shielding: .36" thick (9.1 mm)
- Weight: 3 lb (1.4 kg)
001-788 Pig, Unit Dose, Zevalin Y-90
Accommodates 10 cc syringe with or without needle, filled to 9 cc.
Related:
001-771 Sheets, Absorbent, 100/pkg
U.S. Patent No. 6,822,253 B1
