Electromagnetic Fields Modify Redox Balance in the Rat Gastrointestinal Tract

Abstract

Overview

The study aims to investigate the impact of electromagnetic fields on oxidative and antioxidative processes in various sections of the gastrointestinal tract of rats.

Materials and Methods

• Focused investigation involving forty rats, divided evenly into a control group and groups exposed to different types of electromagnetic fields.
• Measurement of various oxidative markers including superoxide dismutase (SOD) and its isoenzymes, catalase (CAT), and others across multiple organ sites.

Findings

Detailed findings highlighting changes in oxidative stress and antioxidant activities, demonstrating diverse impacts depending on the type of electromagnetic field exposure:

• Enhanced prooxidant markers like MDA and TOS in certain organs from rats exposed to low-frequency electromagnetic fields.
• Differential effects noted in antioxidant enzyme activities across different study groups.

Conclusion

Low-frequency electromagnetic fields notably alter the oxidative stress levels within rat gastrointestinal tracts, leading to potential health risks and cellular damage.