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Area of Science:

  • Nuclear Physics and Metrology
  • Radiochemistry and Applied Radiation

Background:

  • Accurate standardization of radioactive sources like Sodium-22 ((22)Na) is crucial for various applications, including medical imaging and research.
  • Traditional measurement techniques often rely on known branching ratios, introducing potential uncertainties.
  • Development of independent methods is essential for cross-validation and improved accuracy in radionuclide metrology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish precise activity measurements for a (22)Na solution using novel coincidence counting techniques.
  • To determine the beta(+)-branching ratio of (22)Na independently.
  • To validate results through intercomparison with other standardization methods and international laboratories.

Main Methods:

  • Employed two distinct 4π beta-gamma coincidence counting techniques, including a classical method and a distance variation approach.
  • Utilized liquid scintillation counting (CIEMAT/NIST method) and calibrated ionization chambers for secondary standardization.
  • Extrapolated sum peak detection efficiency to zero to determine total source activity in the distance variation method.

Main Results:

  • Successfully measured the activity of the (22)Na solution with high precision using the developed coincidence counting methods.
  • Determined the beta(+)-branching ratio of (22)Na by combining the results from both coincidence counting techniques.
  • Achieved consistent results across different measurement techniques, with an ampoule submitted to the BIPM for international comparison.

Conclusions:

  • The developed 4π beta-gamma coincidence counting techniques provide a reliable and independent method for (22)Na activity standardization.
  • The determined beta(+)-branching ratio contributes to the accurate characterization of (22)Na decay.
  • The consistency of results and international submission underscore the reliability and metrological significance of the study.