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Radiation-induced chromosomal aberrations and haematological alterations in hospital workers
1 Jan 1999
Abstract excerpt
Long-term exposure to low doses of ionizing radiation may affect cells and tissues and result in various adverse health effects. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether chromosome aberrations and haematological alterations could be used as biomarkers of possible radiation injury in workers exposed to ionizing radiation. Groups totalling 323 medical professionals handling X-ray equipment and 160...
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