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Acute (Short Term) Somatic Effect

• 0.09-0.5 Sv: No visible effect observed - cause small changes in the

composition of blood esp. lymphocyte

• 0.8-1.2 Sv: 5-10% of patient experienced vomiting & dizziness for a day. No
detrimental effect except weakness of limbs

• 1.3-1.7 Sv: up to 25% patient experienced vomiting & dizziness within a day &

followed by other sign of radiation injury

• 2.7-3.3 Sv: 1st day - patient experienced vomiting followed by other signs of
injuries. About 20% of patient died within 2-6 weeks after exposure