strålningskarcinogener

Strålningskarcinogener are agents that cause cancer through exposure to ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation possesses enough energy to remove electrons from atoms and molecules, creating ions. This process can damage DNA within cells, leading to mutations that can initiate or promote cancer development. The most common sources of ionizing radiation include medical imaging procedures like X-rays and CT scans, nuclear power plant accidents, and naturally occurring radioactive materials such as radon gas. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is a non-ionizing form of radiation, but it is also a well-established carcinogen, primarily linked to skin cancer. The risk of developing cancer from radiation exposure depends on several factors, including the dose of radiation received, the duration of exposure, the type of radiation, and individual susceptibility. Even low doses of radiation can increase cancer risk over time, although the effect is generally considered to be cumulative and probabilistic. Public health organizations worldwide provide guidelines and recommendations to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure from both natural and artificial sources.