Tongs, radioactive handling

Multiple vs. specific use (health condition)
Intended population sex
Level of technical knowledge
Capital
Reusable
Requirements
None
Healthcare unit
EMDN related code(s)
Z11019099
Various radiotherapy and radiosurgery instruments - other
GMDN related code(s)
38354
Radiation protection remote handling tool (A device designed to allow an individual to pick up or manipulate a radiation source, radiopharmaceutical, or other radioactive materials without touching it. The device can be a simple tong-like configuration or can be an electronically remote-controlled or robotic device. It reduces radiation exposure by increasing the distance between the operator's hands and body and the radioactive source.)