A Comparison of Readings from Thermoluminescent Dosimeter Ring Badges Worn in Different Positions.

Our purpose was to evaluate whether the position of a thermoluminescent dosimeter (TLD) crystal results in different exposure readings. Nine subjects wore 2 TLD badges (one facing inward, toward the palm, and one facing outward) for 2 mo. Both TLDs were worn on the middle finger of the dominant hand, with the inward-facing TLD placed at the bottom and the outward-facing TLD at the top.

An Evaluation of Qualities of Nuclear Medicine Technology Programs and Graduates Leading to Employability.

Our rationale was to evaluate how the qualities of nuclear medicine technology (NMT) programs and graduates associate with employability. We identified all Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board applicants who passed the entry-level NMT examination between 2012 and 2017. Certificants were e-mailed a survey with questions on graduate qualities, program qualities, and initial employment.

Radiation Safety Certification: A Review.

It has become common for nuclear medicine technologists to assume the responsibilities, or even the role, of the radiation safety officer or associate radiation safety officer. Their responsibilities are primarily related to the radioactive materials license but increasingly can include additional safety responsibilities within the hospital. These include CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy safety.

Nuclear Medicine Technology Undergraduate Research Methods.

The purpose of this article is to introduce nuclear medicine technology (NMT) educators to a method of incorporating research methodologies into the curriculum. The research methodology in the NMT program at Indiana University (IU) is taught in five steps (1. Introduction to research articles and statistics 2.

The Necessity of Using Heparin in the UltraTag RBC Kit When Tagging Blood for a Nuclear Medicine Study.

Unlabelled: The purpose of this research was to evaluate the need to use heparin when preparing an UltraTag red blood cell (RBC) kit for a nuclear medicine study.

Methods: Nonheparinized blood samples (n = 15) and heparinized blood samples (n = 15) were added to UltraTag RBC kits. The samples were examined for macroscopic blood clotting and microscopic platelet clumping.