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Once the total effective dose to the embryo/fetus of the declared pregnant woman exceeds 400 mRem, she will be restricted from any further work involving occupational radiation exposure for the remainder of the pregnancy.
Other x-rays may have a higher dose than a chest one, but they still pose a tiny risk. Radiation Dose Comparison. A fetus/embryo is more vulnerable to x-ray damage than a baby, child or adult. Women who are or might be pregnant should make sure they tell their doctor or radiographer beforehand.