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Old Apr 28, 2010 | 7:21 am
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In all my times through LAX, I've never seen a specific device for xray of a cast.

I wouldn't let them do it. They're not medical professionals, and they can cause harm and long-term exposure issues. There have been a couple of cases where the TSA has x-rayed pets and babies - to great consternation of everyone.

I see no reason that they can't run a handheld metal detector along the cast and do an explosives trace to clear you.

Don't let this one go - I'd be howling loudly at the checkpoint, even to the point of leaving, flying from another airport, getting this in the press (along with some expert commentary on the damage it can cause), and visiting my congressional offices.
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