Download or read book Comparative Carcinogenicity of Ionizing Radiation and Chemicals written by National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements and published by Ncrp. This book was released on 1989 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: This report reviews the methodologies used to evaluate the carcinogenic risks of radiation and discusses their applicability for evaluating the carcinogenic risks of chemicals. A review of the status of knowledge concerning the carcinogenic effects of radiation and chemicals, with particular reference to their comparative mechanisms of action and dose-response relationships, was performed. Mathematical models for predicting the carcinogenic risks of radiation and chemicals under exposure conditions where human data are fragmentary or lacking are also reviewed. This report summarizes the cogent evidence and to provide references to authoritative sources for readers seeking further details.