When radiation interacts with the human body, it unleashes a cascade of biological effects. These effects vary based on the energy of the radiation, the type of tissue involved, and the duration and intensity of exposure. In this third installment of our series on the biological effects of radiation, we zero in on radiosensitivityā€”the measure of how likely cells, tissues, and systems are to be damaged by ionizing radiation. For radiography students and professionals preparing for the ARRT Registry, a de...
Radiation's interaction with living tissue is not uniform ā€” some cells and systems are more vulnerable than others. This property, known as radiosensitivity, is central to understanding diagnostic imaging, radiation therapy, and radiation protection principles. For those preparing for the ARRT Registry, mastering this concept is essential.
In this second part of our blog series on the biological effects of radiation, we will explore the factors that influence radiosensitivity, including dose-response r...
