Effect of Radon and Uranium Concentrations with Gender in Colon Cancer: A Comparative Study

Abstract: One of the most deadly forms of cancer in the world is colon cancer. Given the numerous genetic, environmental, and occupational factors associated with this disease's incidence, early detection improves treatment outcomes. The study aimed to determine whether there is a relationship between radon and uranium concentrations and the incidence of colon cancer. Blood samples for colon cancer patients were collected from the National Hospital for Oncology and Hematology in Najaf and medical clinics as well 60 samples were collected, divided between 35 females and 25 males, for the period from 2021 to 2022. Nuclear trace detector technology was additionally employed to determine the quantity of alpha particles and, consequently, the uranium and radon (222Rn) concentrations, as the radon concentrations in female and male patients were the highest compared to healthy ones, it was also concluded that radon concentrations in general are higher in males compared to females. Also, the results of calculating uranium (Cu) concentrations were higher in female colon cancer patients compared to healthy people, but in males they were higher in healthy people compared to male colon cancer patients. Also, in general, uranium concentrations in males with colon cancer and healthy people were higher compared to females. The results were also analyzed statistically using the SPSS program version 2023. It is considered a basic preliminary study for such a disease and for the area studied. Keywords: uranium, colon cancer, radon, oconology, Iraq. Title: Effect of Radon and Uranium Concentrations with Gender in Colon Cancer: A Comparative Study Author: Zahra Mousa Hamza, Shaymaa awad kadhim International Journal of Novel Research in Physics Chemistry & Mathematics ISSN 2394-9651 Vol. 12, Issue 1, January 2025 - April 2025 Page No: 61-69 Novelty Journals Website: www.noveltyjournals.com Published Date: 24-March-2025 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15074585 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Effect%20of%20Radon%20and%20Uranium%20Concentrations-24032025-1.pdf