Dose of acute radiation causing permanent sterility in males is
0.15Sv
2.5Sv
3.5Sv
5Sv
Estimated Threshold Doses for Acute Radiation Effects on Specific OrgansHealth EffectOrganDose Temporary sterilityTestes0.15Depression of hematopoiesisBone marrow0.5Reversible skin effects (e.g., erythema)Skin1-2Permanent sterilityOvaries2.5-6Temporary hair lossSkin3-5Permanent sterilityTestes3.5CataractLens of eye5Ref: Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease; 9th edition; Chapter 9; Environmental and Nutritional Diseases; Page no: 442; Table 9-7
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