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December 10 1999
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Synopsis: Mammography; instrumentation and positioning principles. Dose calculation methodology: introduction to Monte Carlo techniques. Determinants of the biological effects of radiation: determinants and classification of biological effects. The ALARA principle. Interaction of radiation with tissue. Cellular radiobiology; cellular targets. Radiation effects on DNA. Cellular radiosensitivity. Factors affecting radiosensitivity. Response of organ systems to radiation: regeneration and repair. Characterisation of radiosensitivity. Specific organ responses.
Assessment: Examination(2hours): 50% + Tutorial activities: 25% + Laboratory exercises: 25%
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December 10 1999