The concern regarding the impact of radiation on workers in
various occupations, especially in terms of cancer risk as a stochastic
consequence, is significant. This chapter aims to explore the influence of
minimal radiation exposure on tumor marker tests among those working with
radiation. It also aims to elucidate how certain factors such as exposure dose,
smoking habits, Hospital locations, and job type affect tumor marker levels.
The study analyzes tumor marker data spanning from 2013 to 2019 from four
government hospitals, alongside exposure dose records obtained from the Energy
Department. Additionally, a questionnaire was administered to gather associated
independent variables alongside tumor marker data, with 78 radiation workers
participating in the study. The analysis indicates a general trend of tumor
marker elevation within normal limits over the years, with Carcinoembryonic
Antigen (CEA) showing an approximate 57% increase among radiation workers.
Notably, there was a significant statistical difference in CEA levels among
smokers. However, no apparent correlation between radiation doses and tumor
markers was found. This study marks the first attempt to investigate the
relationship between tumor markers and low radiation doses in occupational
settings. The researchers suggest that these findings bridge existing gaps in
understanding low-dose effects and underscore the importance of medical tests
in anticipating such effects. Further studies are warranted to refine these
findings.
Author (s) Details
Areej Dahdol (Medical Imaging Technician)
Palestinian Ministry of Health, Salfit, Palestine. Department of Medical
Imaging, Faculty of Health Professions, Al-Quds University, Jerusalem,
Palestine.
Mohammad Hjouj (Associate Professor)
Department of Medical Imaging, Faculty of Health Professions, Al-Quds
University, Jerusalem, Palestine.
Please see the link :- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/ibs/v7/751
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