Estimation of the Total-Body Load of Cæsium-137 in Japanese People
Data are tabulated on estimates of total-body cesium in Japanese people during 1960, 1961, and 1962. Examination of the distribution of stable Cs in the human body and diet provided a simple means of estimation of the total-body load of Cs137 irrespective of K concentration or the Cs unit under equilibrium or near equilibrium conditions. Examination of the distribution of stable Cs in the human body revealed the ratios of Cs and K differ in various tissues. It is suggested that a correction factor must be used when estimates of Cs137 are based on K concentration. A means of estimation of the whole-body load of Cs137 is described in which a body weight of 56 kg is assumed as average for Japanese adults. The concentration of Cs137 in mu mu c/g of fresh muscle is multiplied by 38 to give the total-body load in m mu c. This method is practical for autopsy material.
- Research Organization:
- Inst. of Public Health, Tokyo
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- NSA Number:
- NSA-17-005691
- OSTI ID:
- 4751638
- Journal Information:
- Nature (London), Journal Name: Nature (London) Journal Issue: 4851 Vol. 196; ISSN 0028-0836
- Publisher:
- Nature Publishing Group
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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