X-Rays
Also known as: X-Radiation
Description
X-Rays are a spectrum of invisible Ionizing (i.e. Radioactive) Electromagnetic Radiation with wavelengths much shorter than that of Visible Light (0.01 to 300 angstroms).
Conventional Medical Usage of X-Rays
Diagnosis
X-Rays are commonly used as a means of diagnosing various ailments (radiology) by orthodox medical specialists (radiologists).
Immune System
X-Rays are one of the forms of Electromagnetic Radiation commonly employed in Radiation Therapy in the treatment of various forms of Cancer.
Commercial Usage of X-Rays
Food Preparation Methods
X-Rays are one of the forms of Electromagnetic Radiation employed in the practice of Food Irradiation.
Toxic Effects of X-Rays
Cells
Exposure to X-Rays may generate Free Radicals that damage Chromosomes (especially the Chromosomes of the Immune System’s Lymphocytes). [1]
Immune System
Excessive exposure to X-Rays may damage Bone Marrow (X-Rays cause lipid peroxidation in the Bone Marrow): [2]
X-Rays may cause a decline in Vitamin C concentration in the Bone Marrow and cause the conversion of Vitamin C to its Dehydroascorbic Acid form in the Bone Marrow.
Exposure to (both medical and environmental) X-Rays may increase the risk of some forms of Cancer:
Exposure to X-Rays may increase the risk of Breast Cancer.
Exposure to X-Rays may increase the risk of Colon Cancer.
Exposure to X-Rays may increase the risk of Leukemia.
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