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iriduim Ir 192

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Pronunciation: /iriduim* ir* wən ˈhənərd ənd ninety-two*/

iriduim Ir 192

Definition

A radioactive isotope of iridium. Iridium-192 emits gamma rays and has a half-life of 74 days. A high dose rate of this radioisotope can be used in brachytherapy to treat tumors by selectively delivering a cytotoxic dose of radiation to the tumor site.