Article Title
Abstract
The discovery of the protective adaptive response of cells to a low dose of radiation suggests applications to radiation worker/first responder protection. Its use in cancer radiotherapy has been discussed in a separate publication. This paper describes simple changes in scheduling that can make use of these beneficial adaptive effects for protection. No increase in total exposure is necessary, only a simple change in the timing of radiation exposure. A low dose of radiation at a sufficient dose rate will trigger the adaptive response. This in turn will offer a considerable protection against the damage from a subsequent high dose. A simple scenario is discussed as well as a brief review of the experimental basis of the adaptive response.
Recommended Citation
Blankenbecler, Richard
(2011)
"RADIATION WORKER PROTECTION BY EXPOSURE SCHEDULING,"
Dose-Response: An International Journal: Vol. 9:
Iss.
4, Article 4.
Available at:
https://scholarworks.umass.edu/dose_response/vol9/iss4/4