Modulatory effect of 900 MHz radiation on biochemical and reproductive parameters in rats

Authors: Narayanan SN, Lukose ST, Arun G, Mohapatra N, Pamala J, Concessao PL, Jetti R, Kedage V, Nalini K, Bhat PG.

Year: 2018

Category: Radiobiology

Journal: Bratisl Lek Listy

DOI: 10.4149/BLL_2018_105

URL: http://bit.ly/2pxJx9B

Abstract

Overview

This study investigates the impact of 900 MHz radiation, commonly emitted by mobile phones, on various biochemical and reproductive parameters in adolescent male albino Wistar rats.

Findings

  • Duration of exposure: 1 hour per day for 28 days at a power density of 146.60 µW/cm2.
  • Biochemical Analysis: Increased malondialdehyde (MDA) levels, unchanged total antioxidants (TA) and Glutathione-S transferase (GST) activities.
  • Reproductive Analysis: Decline in sperm motility, increase in percentage of abnormal sperms, and loss of germ cells in the testes.
  • Testicular Effects: Elevated Caspase-3 activity suggesting increased cell apoptosis.

Conclusion

Exposure to 900 MHz radiation significantly affects both biochemical markers of oxidative stress and key reproductive parameters in rats, indicating potential health risks.

electromagnetic fields reproductive health rats 900 MHz radiation exposure biochemical changes reproductive parameters
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