Long-Term Wi-Fi Exposure From Pre-Pubertal to Adult Age on the Spermatogonia Proliferation and Protective Effects of Edible Bird's Nest Supplementation

Authors: Farah Hanan Fathihah Jaffar, Khairul Osman, Chua Kien Hui, Aini Farzana Zulkefli, Siti Fatimah Ibrahim

Year: 2022 Mar 11

Category: Physiology

Journal: Front Physiol

Institution: Front Physiol

DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2022.828578

URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8963498/

Abstract

Overview

Research highlights the vulnerability of children to the radiofrequency radiation (RFR) emitted by Wi-Fi devices, emphasizing a critical need for detailed studies on reproductive health effects.

Findings

  • The study evaluates the impact of long-term Wi-Fi exposure on spermatogonia proliferation in the testis.
  • Experimental groups received either Wi-Fi exposure or concurrent edible bird's nest (EBN) supplementation, or both, to test protective measures.
  • Results show that Wi-Fi exposure significantly reduced spermatogonia mitosis and hormone levels such as FSH and LH.
  • Conversely, EBN supplementation alongside Wi-Fi exposure mitigated some of the negative effects, enhancing spermatogonia mitosis and stabilizing hormone levels.

Conclusion

The study concludes that long-term exposure to Wi-Fi reduces spermatogonia proliferation, posing potential risks to reproductive development, while EBN supplementation shows a protective effect against these risks.

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