The effects of extremely low-frequency magnetic field exposure on apoptosis, neurodegeneration and trace element levels in the rat brain

Authors: Çakıt M O, Koca G, Akbulut A, Erdem O, Çetinkaya S, Umurhan G, Aydınbelge-dizdar N, Esmekaya M, Yumuşak N, Canseven Kurşun AG, Korkmaz M

Year: 2023

Category: Neuroscience

Journal: Anatolian Curr Med J / ACMJ

URL: https://dergipark.org.tr/en/pub/acmj/issue/76383/1245104

Abstract

Abstract Summary

Overview

The study focuses on the impacts of extremely low-frequency magnetic field exposure within set guidelines for public and occupational health on rat brain cells. The exposures studied were 1 mT, 1.5 mT, and 2 mT.

Material and Method

  • 35 male Wistar rats were divided into four groups.
  • Controls and three different exposure levels (1 mT, 1.5 mT, 2 mT) using 50 Hz magnetic fields for 4 hours daily over 30 days.

Findings

Exposure led to:

  • Increased calcium levels in the brain.
  • Heightened rates of apoptosis related to the intensity of exposure.

Conclusion

Exposure to extremely low-frequency magnetic fields caused neurodegeneration, increased apoptosis, and elevated trace element (calcium) levels in rat brains, suggesting potential health risks such as cancer, advocating for minimized exposure.

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