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 Routes
of Exposure to Radiation
Minimizing the
amounts of radioactive materials handled in all cases will reduce
exposure potential, since exposure is directly related to the amount
used and how it is handled.
The three routes
of entry into the body for radioactive materials are inhalation,
ingestion and skin contact (absorption/injection).
Precautions should be taken to avoid each of these means of internal
exposure to radiation.
External radiation
exposure is possible with certain kinds of radiation. Methods of
minimizing this potential are time, distance, shielding
and minimizing the amount used. Precautionary measures are discussed
further in the following sections.
Monitoring
Operations Involving Radioactive Materials
Radiation
Safety Manual Table of Contents
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