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Radsafers
Have the critics of the use of LNT read NCRP
Publication 121?
Section 3 gives the scientific bases for collective
dose and concludes with; "... it is prudent to assume the effect per unit
dose in the low dose region following single acute exposures or low dose
fractions is a linear response." (ie, LNT), and LNT "..is based on our
understanding of the basic mechanisms involved."
My conclusion from all the discussions we had
during drafting the report is that unless we can prove that ALL cancers have a
threashold in ALL people it is prudent to assume LNT for radiation protection.
This does not mean it should be applied to cost analysis, etc.
I've made this point before but I thought it was worth repeating given
the continued discuss here. Please critique my conclusion. or most mornings
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