RADIATION PROTECTION BULLETIN ›› 2022, Vol. 42 ›› Issue (4-5): 85-89.

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Investigation on Abnormal Thyroid Status of Workers in a Company

Zhan Yanyan, Liu Yulong   

  1. Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215004
  • Received:2022-09-01 Online:2022-10-20 Published:2022-10-31

Abstract: Objective To explore the correlation between thyroid diseases and radiation by analyzing abnormal thyroid status of workers operating X-ray spectrometer in a company, so as to provide scientific basis for radiation protection management.Methods Physical examination was conducted on the staff of the receiving department and other departments of the company to obtain the specific situation of thyroid abnormalities. The maximum absorbed dose and radiation etiology probability (PC) of the receiving department staff were investigated and compared with the national diagnostic standards. Results The thyroid disease of incoming inspection workers of the company was not related to occupational exposure.

Key words: X-rays, Ionizing radiation, Thyroid diseases, Radiation protection

CLC Number: 

  • R148