Effects of Intermediate Frequency (150 kHz) Electromagnetic Radiation on the Vital Organs of Female Sprague Dawley Rats

Authors: Sundaram V, Mohammed S, Cockburn BN, Srinivasan MR, Venkata CRA, Johnson J, Gilkes L, Jones KR, Zyuzikov N

Year: 2023 Feb 14

Category: Biology

Journal: Biology (Basel)

Institution: Biology (Basel)

DOI: 10.3390/biology12020310

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2079-7737/12/2/310

Abstract

Overview

Recent years have seen a dramatic increase in exposure to electromagnetic radiation (EMR) from intermediate frequency sources, prompting significant research into potential health impacts. This study investigates the biological effects of 150 kHz EMR on female Sprague Dawley rats.

Findings

  • The research involved 10 animals exposed to EMR at 150 kHz with an intensity of 65 ± 15 μW/cm2 over two months, compared to a control group exposed to an intensity of 35 ± 15 nW/cm2.
  • Although no significant effects were found in most major organs, examinations indicated inflammatory changes in the liver and lungs of exposed animals.
  • A notable increase in serum sodium and decrease in serum urea levels were identified in the EMR group.

Conclusion

The study's findings suggest that while the current frequency and duration of EMR exposure initiated organ changes, these were not sufficient to cause clinical symptoms, implying that further long-term studies are essential to determine permanent effects of EMR on vital organs.

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