Preferred Label : radium;
RADLEX synonyms : Ra;
Definition : Radium. A radioactive element of the alkaline earth series of metals. It has the atomic
symbol Ra, atomic number 88, and atomic weight 226. Radium is the product of the disintegration
of uranium and is present in pitchblende and all ores containing uranium. It is used
clinically as a source of beta and gamma-rays in radiotherapy, particularly brachytherapy.
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UMLS CUI (RADLEX) : C0034625;
Source : Playbook;
Origin ID : RID11936;
UMLS CUI : C0034625;
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Radium. A radioactive element of the alkaline earth series of metals. It has the atomic
symbol Ra, atomic number 88, and atomic weight 226. Radium is the product of the disintegration
of uranium and is present in pitchblende and all ores containing uranium. It is used
clinically as a source of beta and gamma-rays in radiotherapy, particularly brachytherapy.
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