The response of <b>gamma</b> -H2AX in human lymphocytes and lymphocytes subsets measured in whole blood cultures

Abstract

Differences in the expression level of gamma-H2AX between lymphocyte subsets were minimal. The usefulness of this assay for radiation biodosimetry is hampered by its relatively quick lifetime kinetics and large inter-individual variation. Therefore, it could only be useful if samples were obtained within 24 h of exposure. Even in this situation, the assay could only be used as an indicator of exposure and not a dosimeter.