Radiation Safety in Nuclear Medicine : A Practical Concise Guide
Authors
Date
2019
Abstract
Description
This book is a collection of all pertinent information on radiation safety applicable in nuclear medicine and research using radioactive materials. Radiation exposure causes harm to humans and is strictly controlled by several regulatory authorities (NRC FDA EPA DOT etc). The practice of nuclear medicine involves the use of radioactive materials in patients and research and is well regulated by these agencies. However information on radiation safety practice in nuclear medicine and research areas is scattered throughout the literature and federal registers.