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Radiation Dosimetry
Definition 1
The measurement of radiation by photography, as in x-ray film and film badge, by Geiger-Mueller tube, and by scintillation counting. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
Measurement of radiation exposure from x-rays, gamma rays, or other types of radiation used in the treatment or detection of diseases, including cancer. (NCI Dictionary)
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