Welcome to UKHSA Chromosome Dosimetry Services
UK Health Security Agency
Radiation, Chemical and Environmental Hazards Directorate (RCE, formally CRCE) is now part of the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
UKHSA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.
UKHSA Radiation Protection Services
UKHSA delivers radiological assessment consultancy services, training, expert information and advice and products.
Other bespoke services
UKHSA specialist staff provide training and advice on a wide range of topics associated with biological dosimetry.
World leading radiation protection research, advice and services
UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is the UK's primary authority carrying out research to advance knowledge about protection from the risks of radiation. We provide world-leading advice, training and services for the widest range of radiation protection safety professionals, organisations and members of the public.
UKHSA's Chromosome Dosimetry Service provides individual dose estimates based on standardised, validated means. This is in addition to a range of additional consultancy, research and development, training and software products. All of these are provided to industry, government and academic partners. UKHSA's specialist staff have a wealth of experience and are an authoritative source of advice to regulators, the public and others.
Dosimetry assays
About the service, consultancy, research and development, training and software products, what the tests are, who they are for and how to access the service.
Academic excellence
The specialist staff are internationally recognised as leading experts in biological dosimetry methods which are used for the Chromosomal Dosimetry Service.
Research and Development
A strong focus on research and development, coupled with academic excellence ensures that CDS provides the best possible service and underpins all the work carried out by the internationally recognised academic experts.