Effects of pre and postnatal 2450 MHz continuous wave (CW) radiofrequency radiation on thymus: Four generation exposure

Abstract

Overview

This research focuses on the effects of prolonged exposure to 2450 MHz continuous wave (CW) radiofrequency radiation (RFR) on the thymus across multiple generations of rats.

Methodology

• Study setup involved four groups: a control (sham), irradiated females, irradiated males, and a combination of irradiated males and females, each group consisting of four rats.
• Exposure to RFR was continuous for 12 hours per day, beginning one month prior to fertilization and continuing across four generations.

Findings

In the first two generations, no distinct pathological differences were observed compared with the control group. However, in the fourth generation:

• Increase in vascular changes in the thymus was noted in the group where both genders were irradiated.
• A noticeable decrease in offspring number and mass in the third-generation group.

Conclusion

The findings suggest a potential risk associated with pre-and postnatal exposure to 2450 MHz CW radiofrequency radiation that could alter the thymus structure in subsequent generations. Intergenerational impacts underscore the need for cautious examination of EMF exposure levels.