Guidance levels for diagnostic radiology in Victoria. Radiation Safety Unit, Department of Human Services, Melbourne, Australia.
Guidance levels for radiation doses in diagnostic radiology for average size patients have been developed for use in the state of Victoria. The guidance levels were determined from the results of surveys of patients in hospitals and private radiology centres in Victoria. Guidance levels have been developed for the following procedures: neonate chest AP; several plain film paediatric procedures; several plain film adult procedures; fluoroscopy equipment; and CT procedures. The guidance levels are compared with those recommended in other countries.
Radiation Safety Unit, Department of Human Services, Melbourne.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D011829:Radiation Dosage; D011859:Radiography; D014739:Victoria