Abstract

Overview

This study investigates the impact of radiofrequency radiation from mobile phone systems, which emit and receive signals, exposing all age groups to potential health risks. A comprehensive review spanning 25 years of research (1990-2015) encapsulates 1127 experimental observations from cell-based in vitro models to analyze non-thermal effects of radiofrequency fields.

Findings

• The analysis covered 746 human cell experiments, uncovering that 45.3% showed cellular changes, while 54.7% showed no changes (p<0.001).
• Various cell characteristics, such as age, type, growth rate, and apoptosis, were considered alongside signal properties like frequency and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR).
• Identified notable non-thermal effects on less differentiated and faster-growing cell types like human spermatozoa and human epithelial cells.
• In contrast, mature cell types such as adult Glia, Glioblastoma, and human blood lymphocytes displayed no significant changes.

Conclusion

The study validates the existence of potential health-related changes in cells exposed to radiofrequency radiation, particularly emphasizing the variability dependent on cellular maturity and differentiation. Despite varying results across studies, this analysis advocates for heightened scrutiny in future studies considering the possible health implications of prolonged RF exposure, especially on vulnerable and rapidly dividing cells.