Biodosimetry is a measurement of biological response as a

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for radiation dose. The

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and

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have issued guidance on performing biodosimetry and interpreting data.Based on definition fro
NCRP Composite Glossary.
(reports published during the period 1991 to 2006)

Notes and references

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