How Do You Calculate Radiation Doses from Radioisotopes in mSv/h?

[Stephan_doc]

Hello all,

I must to calculate radiation debit gamma doses (mSv/h ) in concordance with some important radioisotopes
(i.e I-131, Xe, Br,Kr ) received at
Whole body
Some organs
Knowing radioisotopes radioactivity in Curie


Thank you for advices

 

[Stephan_doc]

I add new information about my problem:

i know air volume and and want to calculate radiation debit gamma doses in air exposure.

Thanks,

 

[raining Pete]

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Hi there,

Calculating radiation dose can be a complex process, but here are some general steps you can follow:

1. Determine the radioactivity of each isotope in Curie. This can typically be found in the documentation or data sheet for the isotope.

2. Convert the Curie value to Becquerel (Bq), which is the SI unit of radioactivity. 1 Curie equals 3.7 x 10^10 Bq.

3. Use the following formula to calculate the radiation dose: Dose (mSv/h) = Radioactivity (Bq) x Dose Conversion Factor x Exposure Time (h)

The dose conversion factor is a value specific to each isotope and takes into account factors such as the type of radiation emitted and the energy of the radiation. You can find these values in tables or online resources.

4. Repeat this calculation for each isotope and then add the individual doses together to get the total radiation dose.

It's important to note that this is a simplified method and there may be other factors to consider depending on the specific scenario. It's always best to consult with a radiation safety expert for accurate and precise calculations. I hope this helps!