Published May 1976 | Version v1
Journal article

Fast neutron and x-ray induced single strand DNA breaks in cultured mammalian cells

  • 1. Little Rock Veterans Administration Hospital, AR

Description

The relative biologic effectiveness (RBE) of fast neutrons in the production of single strand DNA breaks is 1.6 as compared to that of 250 kVp x rays. Monolayers of L-929 cells were treated with dinitrophenol during irradiation to prevent the DNA strands from rejoining; the extent of DNA damage was measured by the alkaline sucrose sedimentation method. The RBE for DNA damage is essentially the same as the RBE measured by cell survival methods

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Journal Title
Radiology
Journal Volume
119
Journal Issue
2
Series
Radiology.
Journal Page Range
459-461
ISSN
0033-8419

Conference

Title
62. scientific assembly and annual meeting.
Dates
14 Nov 1976.
Place
Chicago, IL, USA.

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