Evaluation of the Thyroids of Offsprings Exposed to 2450 MHz Radiofrequency Radiation During Pregnancy: A Sixth Month Data

Authors: Ozyilmaz C, Oktay MF, Dasdag S, Ulukaya E, Genel ME, Tansuker HD, Emre F, Yeğin K

Year: 2024

Category: Radiation Biology

Journal: Journal of International Dental & Medical Research

URL: http://www.jidmr.com/journal/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/71-M24_3112_Suleyman_DASDAG_Turkey-Exp-2.pdf

Abstract

Overview

This study investigates the impact of Wi-Fi radiofrequency radiation (2450 MHz) on thyroid tissues in rat offspring when exposed during pregnancy.

Methodology

  • Pregnant rats were exposed 24 hours/day to 2450 MHz radiofrequency radiation in pulse wave mode with a 1 W output by a Wi-Fi wave simulating generator.
  • At six months, thyroid tissues from randomized selected offspring (n:8) were removed for histopathological and biochemical evaluations.

Findings

Significant differences were noted in the:

  • Increased mononuclear cell infiltration (p=0.03).
  • Vascular congestion (p<0.001).
However, no significant differences were observed in:
  • TUNEL-positive cell percentage (p=0.62).
  • H2A.X antibody levels (p=0.68) between control and experimental groups.

Conclusion

The study concludes that prenatal exposure to 2450 MHz radiofrequency radiation does not significantly affect H2A.X levels and TUNEL-positive cell percentages in the thyroid tissue of rats.

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