Mar 29, 2024  
2016-2017 Online Catalog 
    
2016-2017 Online Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

RADM 135 - Radiation Biology


An overview of the biological effects of radiation exposure examines the interaction of radiation with matter, macromolecules, cells, tissue and whole body radiation. Included is the clinical impact of genetic and somatic responses to radiation. Radiation safety is introduced through topics such as the biological consequences of irradiation, regulatory limitations of exposure and methods for exposure minimization in all modalities including CT and digital systems.
2 lecture hours per week.
2 credit hours