Controlled area
Controlled Area
A Controlled Area (pronunciation: /kənˈtroʊld ˈɛəriə/) is a term used in medical radiology and nuclear medicine to denote a specific region where the levels of radiation are directly monitored and regulated.
Etymology
The term "Controlled Area" is derived from the English words "controlled", meaning managed or regulated, and "area", referring to a specific region or space.
Definition
A Controlled Area is a defined space in which specific safety measures and restrictions are implemented to control the exposure to radiation. This is particularly important in medical settings such as hospitals and laboratories, where radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging procedures are conducted.
Related Terms
- Radiation Protection: The measures used to protect individuals from harmful effects of exposure to ionizing radiation.
- Radiation Safety Officer: A person who is responsible for ensuring that radiation safety measures are implemented and followed.
- Radiation Exposure: The act of being exposed to radiation.
- Dosimetry: The measurement and calculation of the absorbed doses in matter and tissue resulting from the exposure to indirect and direct ionizing radiation.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Controlled area
- Wikipedia's article - Controlled area
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