Evaluation of Shielding Materials and Designing Used in Diagnostic X-ray Departments in Khartoum State.

Abstract

This study was conducted to study the type of Shielding Materials used in the diagnostic x-ray departments in khartoum state, particulary the Khartoum teaching hospital, Bashaier teaching hospital , the Khartoum advanced diagnostic center–Khartoum and evaluate this Shielding Materials according to the international parameters or standards. The aim of the study was to find out which best shielding material can be used in the diagnostic x-ray departments in khartoum state. This is study carried out during the period from December2014 to March 2015 . used the Rad Pro Calculator 3.0 performs many nuclear calculations . The study recommended be available this materials to protect the patient , public and staff. The results of this study have been insignificant with IAEA records.