Abstract

Overview

The increasing usage of mobile phones has sparked concerns over potential health risks, particularly regarding cancer susceptibility. This study delves into the possible genotoxic effects of mobile phone radiofrequency (RF) on human lymphocytes.

Background

• Mobile phone use has been linked to heightened risks of certain cancers, especially among long-term users.
• Assessing the effects of RF from mobile phones on genetic material is crucial to understanding potential health impacts.

Methods

Fourteen healthy volunteers provided blood samples. One sample was exposed to a 900 MHz RF from a mobile phone for 30 minutes, while another was kept away from RF sources.

Findings

• Exposure to mobile phone RF was analyzed by measuring γ-H2AX foci in lymphocytes.
• No significant changes were detected in DNA integrity or an increase in genetic damage due to mobile phone use.

Conclusion

This experimental study concludes that 900 MHz RF exposure from standard mobile phone usage does not significantly alter DNA integrity in human lymphocytes.