The Radionuclide Calibrator Users' Forum acts as a focal point for discussion of problems and dissemination of information between users of radionuclide calibrators. It enables participants to pool knowledge and share experience, thereby minimising any duplication of effort when problem solving and implementing best practice. The forum's activities are funded by the National Measurement System Policy Unit of the UK Government Department of Trade and Industry.

A more detailed description of the forum's aims and activities can be found in the Terms of Reference

Various NPL publications have resulted from RCUF activities, or are relevant to members. Some of these publications are available to download free of charge.

Measurement Good Practice Guide No. 93 is now available:
Protocol for Establishing and Maintaining the Calibration of Medical Radionuclide Calibrators and their Quality Control

GPG 93 abstract:
Guidance is given on the quality controls that should be undertaken on a routine basis for medical radionuclide calibrators to ensure the accuracy and traceability of measurements of the activities of radiopharmaceuticals. Sources of error and magnitudes of associated uncertainties are discussed.

Forthcoming meetings

Details of the next (9th) RCUF meeting will appear here when confirmed.

Details of previous meetings available online

• 8th Forum: 30 November 2012
• 7th Forum: 9 December 2011
• 6th Forum: 8 May 2009
• 5th Forum: 25 June 2008
• 4th Forum: 31 January 2007
• 3rd Forum: 15 November 2005
• 2nd Forum: 31 January 2003
• 1st Forum: 31 January 2002

Dates of future meetings and workshops can be found in News and Events

For more information, please contact John Keightley