Radiation Tolerance

**Definition:** The ability of some cells or tissues to survive lethal doses of IONIZING RADIATION. Tolerance depends on the species, cell type, and physical and chemical variables, including RADIATION-PROTECTIVE AGENTS and RADIATION-SENSITIZING AGENTS.

**Tree numbers:** - G04.712 - G07.738

**Synonyms:** - Sensitivity, Radiation - Radiation Sensitivity - Tolerance, Radiation - Radiosensitivity