Pre-Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields and Induction of Radioadaptive Response in Rats Irradiated with High Doses of X-Rays

Authors: Borzoueisileh S, Shabestani Monfared A, Mortazavi SMJ, Zabihi E, Pouramir M, Niksirat F, Seyfizadeh N, Shafiee M

Year: 2022 Oct 1

Category: Biomedical Physics and Engineering

Journal: J Biomed Phys Eng

DOI: 10.31661/jbpe.v0i0.1271

URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9589077/

Abstract

Overview

This study explores the effects of prior exposure to radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields on rats subsequently exposed to high doses of ionizing radiation (X-rays). It particularly aims to understand if RF pre-exposure could potentially mitigate harmful effects caused by X-rays.

Objective

The objective was to assess survival rates, weight fluctuations, and changes in food and water intake in lethally irradiated rats, investigating whether RF pre-exposure affects these outcomes.

Materials and Methods

Sources of RF: A commercial mobile phone (GSM, 900/1800 MHz) and a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi router.
Sample: Forty-eight rats were divided into six groups including control, exposed solely to X-rays, RF from mobile phone, RF from Wi-Fi router, and combinations of RF + X-rays.

Findings

Survival rates in all radiation-exposed groups were significantly lower compared to control groups using only mobile phone or Wi-Fi.
Results showed significant impact on food and water intake due to both types of radiation.

Conclusion

The study suggests that the induction of adaptive response by RF radiation requires a certain level of damage. The findings confirm that adaptive responses similar to those triggered by ionizing radiation can potentially be triggered by RF radiation under certain conditions.

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