Exposure to a 0.9-GHz electromagnetic field on postnatal days 21-45 may trigger the renin-angiotensin system in male rat: a histological and biochemical study

Authors: Keleş Aİ, Kaya H, Keleş G, Erol HS, Mercantepe T, Odaci E

Year: 2024 Dec 4

Category: Molecular Histology

Journal: J Mol Histol

DOI: 10.1007/s10735-024-10317-y

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39627484/

Abstract

Overview

The study investigates the effects of 0.9 GHz electromagnetic field exposure on the renin-angiotensin system and associated histological and biochemical changes in the kidney tissue of male rats.

Methodology

  • Twelve male rats were divided into control and EMF-exposed groups.
  • EMF exposure was conducted for one hour a day over 25 days.
  • Various biochemical and histopathological evaluations were performed on kidney tissues post-exposure.

Findings

  • Increase in kidney and total body weight in EMF-exposed rats.
  • Elevation in oxidative stress markers such as lipid peroxidation, glutathione, catalase, and superoxide dismutase.
  • Significant histopathological alterations in various cellular and structural components of the kidney.

Conclusion

Long-term exposure to a 0.9 GHz electromagnetic field activates the renin-angiotensin system in rat kidneys, potentially linked to structural and biochemical changes.

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