Guideline for QC in Medical Diagnostic X-Ray Imaging Systems

The South African Health Products Authority (SAHPRA) is the regulatory authority of South Africa responsible for the regulation of health products intended for human and animal use; amongst others, radiation emitting devices and radioactive nuclides.

This guideline sets out requirements with respect to quality control tests for radiation safety associated with the use of medical diagnostic x-ray equipment to promulgate the Hazardous Substances Act, 1973 (Act 15 of 1973) and Regulations (No R1332 of 3 August 1973).