12 Questions
What factor contributes to the heightened radiosensitivity in pediatric populations?
Increased tissue vascularity
What is one of the key factors influencing radiosensitivity?
Cellular Differentiation
How does aging affect the radiosensitivity of older individuals?
Decreases cellular repair mechanisms
Why are rapidly dividing cells more sensitive to radiation damage?
Radiation disrupts cell division
In what way can gender influence radiosensitivity?
Shows subtle differences due to hormonal influences
Which factor enhances the formation of free radicals and increases the likelihood of DNA damage?
Oxygen effect
How do robust DNA repair mechanisms affect radiosensitivity?
Mitigate radiation-induced damage
What type of cells are generally more radiosensitive due to having a higher proliferative capacity?
Stem cells
Which of the following is a characteristic of radiosensitizing agents?
Interfering with DNA repair processes
Under what conditions can cells become more radioresistant?
Hypoxic conditions
How can radioprotective agents influence the effects of radiation?
Scavenging free radicals
Which biological factor is not listed as influencing radiosensitivity?
Gender effect
Explore the various biological factors that influence radiosensitivity including cellular proliferation rate, differentiation, oxygen effect, repair mechanisms, and more. Understand how different factors can affect the sensitivity of cells to radiation damage.
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