radioprotectant

radioprotectant
Substance that prevents or lessens the effects of radiation.

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ra·dio·pro·tec·tant (ra″de-o-pro-tekґtənt) 1. providing protection against the toxic effects of ionizing radiation. 2. radioprotector.

Medical dictionary. 2011.

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