Is it time to question the 10-day rule?
In the early 1970s the 10-day rule was introduced into all radiography departments in the UK in order to eliminate the possibility of irradiating a developing embryo during radiography. Until now that rule has been regarded as generally a sufficient measure for this purpose. Recent findings in gynaecological research, however, may indicate that a new rule should be considered in order to ensure more certainly the safety of early life in the womb.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D004622:Embryo, Mammalian / Q000528:radiation effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008598:Menstruation; D008875:Middle Aged; D010060:Ovulation; D011859:Radiography / Q000379:methods*; D013997:Time Factors