Biodosimetry (USUHS)

Abstract

For the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences/Armed Forces Radiobiology Research Institute (USUHS/AFRRI), the Biodosimetry program addresses clinical symptoms of radiation exposure, reach back reference capabilities. Biodosimetry is the only method to detect, assess and estimate radiation dose exposure and is critical for military missions and saving lives. AFRRI prepared an in-depth Business Case Analysis and is strategically poised to establish the DoD’s Advanced Biodosimetry Network (DABN), meeting the objective of US Senate Report SR 114-63. The established network would be complemented with the Diagnostic Biodosimetry Laboratory that aligns with the DoD Clinical Laboratory Improvement Program (CLIP). CLIP describes requirements within the respective DoD’s Active and Reserve Components and facilities under their supervision to include oversight, inspections, proficiency testing (PT), personnel standards, and training in laboratories performing testing on human specimens so that clinical decisions can be made [reference DoDI 6440.02]”. The Biodosimetry laboratory also received clinical specimens from the Fukushima radiation accident in 2011, showcasing USUHS/AFRRI’s capabilities to support the DoD in case of an accidental radiation exposure or radiological terrorism scenario.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2024
Source ID
241A_0602787DHA_2_0130_PB_2024

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  • Physics

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