title: Radioactivity and radiation safety: basic concepts for laboratory animal technologists and technicians.
abstract: Laboratory animals treated with radioactive compounds are a radiation-safety concern. It is important for technologists and technicians who work with these animals to understand ionizing radiation and radiation-safety practices. The author discusses licensing, contamination control, and how to deal with radioactive waste.
authors.affiliation: Wyeth-Ayerst Research, Radiation Safety Office B205-351, 401 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River, NY 10965, USA.
authors.forename: M L
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Maiello
mesh_terms: D017750:Animal Technicians; D000818:Animals; D000830:Animals, Laboratory; D006801:Humans; D016272:Occupational Health; D011850:Radioactive Waste; D011868:Radioisotopes / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D017751:Safety Management / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D011850:Radioactive Waste; D011868:Radioisotopes