Results of lifespan exposure to ELF EMF administered alone to Sprague Dawley rats

Authors: L. Bua, E. Tibaldi, L. Falcioni, M. Lauriola, L. De Angelis, F. Gnudi, M. Manservigi, F. Manservisi, I. Manzoli, I. Menghetti, R. Montella, S. Panzacchi, D. Sgargi, V. Strollo, A. Vornoli, D. Mandrioli

Year: July 2018

Category: Environmental Health

Journal: Environmental Research

Institution: Ramazzini Institute

DOI: S001393511830104X

URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S001393511830104X

Abstract

Overview

Assessing the carcinogenic potential of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields (ELFEMF) through lifespan experiments with Sprague Dawley rats.

Background

  • Rodent studies have not conclusively proven the carcinogenicity of ELFEMF.
  • Prior research indicates a possible enhancement of cancer risk when ELFEMF is combined with other carcinogens.

Objectives

Evaluating the carcinogenic effects of ELFEMF exposure alone in a controlled lifespan study.

Methods

Male and female rats were exposed to continuous and intermittent 50 Hz magnetic fields at various intensities, from prenatal life to natural death.

Findings

  • No significant difference in survival, body weight, or tumor incidence compared to control groups.
  • Exposure did not significantly increase cancer incidence at any studied sites.

Conclusion

While ELFEMF alone did not show significant carcinogenic effects in rats, its role as a potential cancer enhancer in combination with other carcinogens warrants further investigation.

ELFEMF carcinogenicity magnetic field Sprague Dawley rats cancer electromagnetic fields research
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