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The value of absorbed, equivalent, or effective dose that is applied to exposure of individuals in order to prevent the occurrence of radiation-induced tissue reactions or to limit the probability of radiation-related stochastic effects to an acceptable level. Dose limits apply to exposures from regulated sources only; it does not apply to medical and environmental exposure. | The value of absorbed, equivalent, or effective dose that is applied to exposure of individuals in order to prevent the occurrence of radiation-induced tissue reactions or to limit the probability of radiation-related stochastic effects to an acceptable level. Dose limits apply to exposures from regulated sources only; it does not apply to medical and environmental exposure. | ||
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Latest revision as of 19:36, 12 September 2019
The value of absorbed, equivalent, or effective dose that is applied to exposure of individuals in order to prevent the occurrence of radiation-induced tissue reactions or to limit the probability of radiation-related stochastic effects to an acceptable level. Dose limits apply to exposures from regulated sources only; it does not apply to medical and environmental exposure.
ICRP Glossary entry - 7 March 2019
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