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Apr 20, 2024
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RAD* 222: Radiobiology & Protection3 Credits
Basic principles of radiation protection and safety for the radiologic technologist and basic concepts and principles of radiation biology will be presented. Radiation health and safety requirements of federal and state regulatory agencies, accreditation agencies and health care organizations are incorporated. The interactions of radiation with cells, tissues and the body as a whole, and resultant biophysical events will be presented. Discussion of the theories and principles of tolerance dose, time-dose relationships, fractionation schemes and the relationship to the clinical practice of radiography will be included.
Prerequisites: PHY* 105
Offered: Spring
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