Two methods of in vivo dosimetry have been compared in a high energy neutron beam. These were activation dosimetry and thermoluminescence dosimetry (TLD). Their suitability was determined by comparison with estimates of total dose, obtained using a tissue equivalent ionization chamber. Measurements were made on the central axis and a profile of a 10 x 10 cm square field and also behind a shielding block in order to simulate conditions of clinical use. The TLD system was found to provide the best estimate of total dose.

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