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Overdose to Nuclear Pharmacist

The licensee (PETNET Solutions) has confirmed an extremity dose of greater than 0.5 Sv (50 rem) to one of its nuclear pharmacists. Dosimetry results for a ring badge worn on the pharmacist’s right ring finger accumulated a total dose of 0.511 Sv (51.1 rem) for the year as of October 19, 2016. The pharmacist received the dose while working at the licensee's locations in Phoenix, Arizona, and Portland, Oregon. The pharmacist has been placed on work restrictions. The licensee expects to complete a root cause analysis within 2 weeks. NRC EN52350

Location: Portland, Oregon/Petnet Solutions
Event date: Wed, 19-10-2016
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