Radioisotopes in Biology (Practical Approach Series)

Radioisotopes in Biology (Practical Approach Series)

Provides an introduction to the use of radioactivity in the bioscience laboratory. The text covers general aspects of radioactivity, methods for the detection of radioactivity, radioisotope protocols used to study key cellular processes, and a summary of legislative requirements in the US and European Union. Guidance on safe handling and detailed recipes are provided. "Contributors from Britain and the US present information relating to radiotracer experiments for workers ranging from undergraduate project and research students to laboratory supervisors and radiation protection staff. They consider choosing and using a radioisotope, establishing a suitable working environment conducive to safe laboratory practice, complying with relevant legislation, and detection."-- SciTech Book News Robert Slater is in the Department of Biosciences, University of Hertfordshire.