Typical dose level for a standard imaging procedure used for dose comparison
Expansion
Dose Reference Level
Purpose
Benchmark for dose audit and optimisation across institutions
Clinical Context
DREs are typically derived from the median dose of quality practitioners. They are not dose limits but serve as audit levels for quality improvement.
Related Terms
- DLP:
- CTDIvol:
- ALARA:
- Dose optimisation:
Key Points
- DREs are set by regulatory bodies (e.g., ICRP); exceeding them should trigger protocol review