ALARA


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ALARA

Acronym for a philosophy of radiation use based on using dosages as low as reasonably achievable to attain the desired diagnostic, therapeutic, or other goal.
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

ALARA

As Low As Reasonably Achievable. A generic stance regarding radiation exposure, the goal of which is the least and lowest exposure possible and/or practicable, vis-à-vis licensed use of radioactive materials, the economics of improving nonradioactive technologies, the benefits to public health and safety, and other socioeconomic considerations.
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ALARA

As Low As Reasonably Achievable Radiation safety A generic stance regarding radiation exposure
McGraw-Hill Concise Dictionary of Modern Medicine. © 2002 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

ALARA

(ă-lahr'ă, ă-lară)
Acronym for a philosophy of use of radiation based on using dosages as low as reasonably achievable to attain the desired diagnostic, therapeutic, or other goal.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

ALARA

(ă-lahr'ă, ă-lară)
Acronym for a philosophy of radiation use based on keeping dosages as low as reasonably achievable to attain the desired diagnostic, therapeutic, or other type of goal.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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