Effects of electromagnetic waves emitted from 3G+wi-fi modems on human semen analysis

Authors: Kamali K, Atarod M, Sarhadi S, Nikbakht J, Emami M, Maghsoudi R, Salimi H, Fallahpour B, Kamali N, Momtazan A, Ameli M

Year: 2017 Sep 14

Category: Urology

Journal: Urologia

Institution: Urologia

DOI: 10.5301/uj.5000269

URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28967061

Abstract

Overview

This study assesses the impact of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from 3G+Wi-Fi modems on human sperm quality.

Objectives

  • Examine the effects on sperm motility and velocity after exposure to EMFs.

Methods

  • 40 semen samples from healthy adult men collected between March and September 2015.
  • Divided into two groups: exposed to 3G+Wi-Fi and unexposed. The unexposed samples were shielded with aluminum foil.
  • Both groups were kept at 37°C for 50 minutes in separate treatments.

Findings

  • No significant difference in class A and B sperm motility between the two groups.
  • Significant decrease in class C motility and significant increase in class D in the exposed group.
  • Sperm velocity parameters were significantly higher in the unexposed group.

Conclusion

Based on the results, EMFs emitted from 3G+Wi-Fi modems can significantly impair sperm motility and velocity, highlighting a potential link to male infertility. This underscores the health risks associated with EMFs, reinforcing the need for further research and protective measures against exposure.

electromagnetic waves sperm quality 3G+Wi-Fi modems human semen analysis fertility male infertility semen motility
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