A member asked:

How to clean x-ray lead apron and apron if patient has blood or vomit on it cause i know u can't put it in the washer what can you clean it with?

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Dr. James Rochester answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Disinfection Soln: 1 part household bleach to 9 parts water makes a 10% bleach solution that is great to clean contaminated items such as your lead apron. Make sure to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, mask with face shield, gown if needed) when washing your apron to prevent contamination of your person with material on the apron. Hope this helps. Best of luck. Dr R

Answered 12/30/2014

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Chlorine?: Would check with the manufacturer. They can advise correctly.Chlorine is being used to control Ebola but uncertain if it will adversely affect the lead apron.

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