Thyroid blocker explained

Potassium iodide (KI) and potassium iodate (KIO3) are called thyroid blockers when used in radiation protection.[1] [2] [3] [4]

If a person consumes a dose of one of these chemical compounds, his or her thyroid may saturate with stable iodine, preventing accumulation of radioactive iodine found after a nuclear meltdown or explosion.

References

  1. Web site: 2022-04-07 . Facts about potassium iodide . 2022-10-05 . Centers for Disease Control and Prevention . en-us.
  2. Book: Iodine Thyroid Blocking: Guidelines for Use in Planning for and Responding to Radiological and Nuclear Emergencies. . 2017 . World Health Organization . en . NCBI Bookshelf.
  3. Web site: April 19, 2021 . Frequently Asked Questions About Potassium Iodide . 2022-10-05 . U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission . en-US.
  4. https://www.who.int/publications/m/item/use-of-potassium-iodide-for-thyroid-protection-during-nuclear-or-radiological-emergencies World Health Organisation (2011) Use of potassium iodide for thyroid protection during nuclear or radiological emergencies

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