Re: RSO Inc. / Tritium Bio Accumulation

[LIPTONW@detroitedison.com]

The number for RSO is 301-953-2482 
 
Regarding tritium bioaccumulation: 
 
As long as the tritium is in the form of water, I don't see any problem.  You 
should take a look at NCRP #62, "Tritium in the Environment." 
 
However, if the tritium is in a biologically active form, such as a labeled 
genetic compound, then there could be bioaccumulation.  See NCRP #63, "Tritium 
and Other Radionuclide Labeled Organic Compounds Incorporated in Genetic 
Material." 
 
The opinions expressed are strictly mine. 
Here's to a risk free world, and other fantasies. 
 
Bill Lipton 
liptonw@detroitedison.com

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• Subject: RSO Inc. / Tritium Bio Accumulation
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• Date: 30 Apr 97 12:05:09
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1. Does anyone out there have the number of
ROS inc.  I need to buy a "badge board" and I
remember they had some in their catalog.  I
accidentally forgot mine at a site.

2. I someone in our public relation's group is
being asked questions about bio accumulation
of tritium in shellfish near BNL.  I have told him
this is not possible.  I also told him THO is
chemically the same as water, and is water. 
The guy wants more than just my word.  I was
wondering if anyone out there with more
experience with this could point me to some
journal articles or such. 

Mark Winslow
US EPA - Region II

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