Application of laser TLD 2-dimensional dose mapping in medical physics

IST, Inc. has developed a laser-based system for rapid evaluation of two-dimensional monolithic thermoluminescence dosimetry (TLD) films. For most applications, the authors use arrays of 1.5- mm diameter, 38-μm-thick TLDs, deposited on 0.125-mm-thick polymer in a 3x3-mm grid of up to 30x30-cm size. Continuous films are available for applications requiring higher spatial resolution (300 μm.) The films are re-usable and water-immersible. Results from radiation therapy (photon and charged particle beam) dose measurements, quality assurance in mammography (dose distribution and kVp), interventional radiotherapy and personnel dosimetry (detection of intentional fraudulent exposures) are given