Gonadal shielding should be used on both males and females of childbearing age for AP hip projections, if correctly placed.

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Gonadal shielding helps to minimize radiation exposure to the reproductive organs, which is especially important for females of childbearing age who may be pregnant or planning to conceive. This shielding can be used for AP hip projections if it is correctly placed and does not interfere with the diagnostic quality of the image.

Gonadal Shielding Should Be Used on Both Males and Females