Resources
The Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/Training Site (REAC/TS) at the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) maintains a collection of radiation emergency medicine resources that support the medical response and treatment of victims. Resources include technical reports, pharmaceutical package inserts and videos.
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The Medical Aspects of Radiation Incidents
This document covers the basics of radiation and provides the basic information needed for the medical management of victims of radiation incidents in an easy-to-understand manner.
Hospital Triage in the First 24 Hours after a Nuclear or Radiological Disaster
This article presents information about what needs to be done so that reasonable decisions are made during the critical triage period in the event of a nuclear or radiological catastrophe.
Dose Estimates and Compendia
To help disseminate the most accurate dose estimates and models, ORISE has made available several compendia of dose information related to radiopharmaceuticals.
Radiation Treatment Medication Package Inserts
Package inserts are available for radiation treatment pharmaceuticals calcium-DTPA, zinc-DTPA and Radiogardase (Prussian Blue).
Cytogenetic Biodosimetry Laboratory Video
ORISE operates a cytogenetic biodosimetry laboratory that performs clinical analysis to identify damage to chromosomes in individuals who have been exposed to ionizing radiation.
Cytogenetic Biodosimetry Laboratory Brochure
This brochure outlines cytogenetic biodosimetry and how REAC/TS is using this process to assist the medical community in the evaluation, triage and management of victims with radiation injuries.