Tiny amounts of Tc are part of the environment and are found in food and water. Higher amounts may be found close to contaminated facilities such as federal weapons facilities or nuclear fuel cycle facilities. Exposure to technetium from the environment is unlikely.
Most human exposure to technetium comes from the intentional use of Tcm in nuclear medicine. Technetium can pose a health risk when it enters the body. Once in the human body, Tc concentrates in the thyroid gland and the gastrointestinal tract. However, the body constantly gets rid of Tc in feces. As with any other radioactive material, there is an increased chance that cancer or other adverse health effects can result from exposure to radiation radiation Energy given off as either particles or rays.
The Tcm used in medical diagnostics has a short, six-hour half-life and does not remain in the body. Skip to main content. Radiation Protection. David Pellicciarini notes that Cardinal Health participates in several industry associations and groups, including the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development OECD to help influence policy and communicate critical messages about the needs of the U.
They hope to see less of the Mo supply issues that have impacted customers and patients in the past and are hopeful for a more stable supply in the near future. Multi-Vendor Service Accessories Menu. Technetiumm Availability: Production and Industry Update. Posted By Digirad December 19, Origins and Nature of Tcm To understand why the supply chain is so sensitive, it helps to understand the Tcm production process.
Domestic Production of Mo The supply chain is complex, but we do anticipate that there will be more U. The Future David Pellicciarini notes that Cardinal Health participates in several industry associations and groups, including the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development OECD to help influence policy and communicate critical messages about the needs of the U.
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