Radiation biology

Potential Radiation Effects on the Fetus: From-  Radiographics 2010; Wieseler KM, et al. Imaging in pregnant patients: examination appropriateness. 30: 1215-1233

Gestational Age <50 mGy (5 rad) 50-100 mGy (5-10 rads) >100 mGy (>10 rads)
0-2 None None None
3-4 None Probably none Possible spontaneous abortion
5-10 None Uncertain Possible malformations
11-17 None Uncertain Possible defects in IQ or mental retardation
18-27 None None IQ deficits not detectable at diagnostic doses
>27 None None None applicable to diagnostic medicine

 

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