(NAR) VOL. 25 NO. 1 / JANUARY - MARCH 2014
Radiation Protection Survey and Evaluation (RPSE) data gathered by our health physics team from radiographic x-ray machines of selected chest x-ray clinics show that the guidance dose levels stated in the DOH Department Circular No. 323 s. 2004 entitled “Manual on the Basic Radiation Protection and Safety of X-ray Sources in the Philippines” had been exceeded.
In view of the above findings, the FDA through its Center for Device Regulation, Radiation Health, and Research (CDRRHR) and Regional Field Offices shall prohibit the operation of medical x-ray facilities using a radiographic x-ray machine with tube currents below 100 mA. Radiographic x-ray machines used in dental, veterinary, industrial, anti-crime, and research purposes as indicated in the facility’s license to operate (LTO) shall not be affected by this Circular. Mobile C-arm and specialized x-ray machines such as those used for mammography, bone densitometry, and lithotripsy shall also not be affected by this Circular.
The following procedures shall be observed by all concerned:
This Circular shall be made of record and shall take effect immediately.
(SGD) KENNETH Y. HARTIGAN-GO, MD
Acting Director General