See the Ick for Yourself

Think your lead aprons are clean? Let’s find out.

Request a Swab Kit to test your own garments and see what’s living on them. The kit includes everything you need, plus simple instructions, to swab your aprons and observe bacterial and fungal growth over time.

Fill out the form to have a swab kit mailed directly to you and take the first step toward better lead apron hygiene.

Instructions on how to use the kit are below.

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How to Use Your Swab Kit

Thank you for ordering a swab kit to test your lead garment! Watch the video to learn how to use your swab kit. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

Bacteria and/or Fungal Growth

Your swab showed microbial growth on your X-ray protective garment. This is common in busy clinical environments, but it signals that current cleaning practices may not be fully eliminating contamination. It may be putting your team and patients at risk for HAIs.

No Growth

Your swab did not show detectable microbial growth. That is a strong indicator that your day-to-day cleaning practices are working. However, a clean swab does not guarantee the absence of biofilm or contamination in other areas. Just like brushing your teeth daily does not replace a dental cleaning, routine wipe-downs should be paired with periodic professional deep cleaning to maintain long-term protection.

What to do with your results?

Your swab results are more than a snapshot, they are a decision point. Whether microbial growth was detected or not, this is an opportunity to strengthen your cleaning protocols, protect your team, and align with manufacturer care instructions.

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Share the Results

Share your findings with your team, infection prevention, and leadership. Use this as a conversation starter about cleaning frequency, storage practices, and compliance expectations.

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Review Manufacturer IFUs

If microbial growth was detected, this is exactly why manufacturers require routine deep cleaning in their Instructions for Use. Daily wipes are maintenance, not remediation. Deep cleaning helps remove biofilm and contamination that routine surface disinfection cannot eliminate.

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Take Action

If your results raised concerns, schedule a professional deep cleaning or consultation. Even if no growth was detected, periodic professional cleaning helps maintain protection, extend garment life, and support Joint Commission compliance.