Abstract

Overview

Growing evidence suggests that radiofrequency radiations (RFR) might be a new type of environmental pollutant impacting the human immune system. This review explores both the potentially negative and modulating effects of RFR on immune responses.

Findings

• Increased use of communication technologies raises exposure to RFR, linking it to sensitivity and immune effects.
• The review discusses the impact of RFR on immune cell morphology, viability, proliferation, and genome integrity.
• Significant insight is offered into specific immune cells' responses, including ROS generation, cytokine secretion, and phagocytosis.
• Conflicting results across studies necessitate further research for a conclusive understanding.

Conclusion

Available studies indicate varying degrees of immune response alterations due to RFR, highlighting its potential as a health hazard. Special experiments are recommended to further investigate RFR's genotoxic effects on human immune cells and reconsider EMF public safety limits.