Experimental Study of Stress Reactions Induced by Low-Intensity Microwave Radiation

Authors: Izmestieva OS, Kolganova OI, Chibisova OF et al.

Year: 2024

Category: Experimental Biology

Journal: Biological Bulletin of the Russian Academy of Sciences

DOI: 10.1134/S1062359024701802

URL: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1134/S1062359024701802

Abstract

Overview

This study investigated how exposure to low-intensity microwave radiation affects the blood system and immune-related organs in mice. Researchers examined several physiological indicators, including:

  • Number of myelokaryocytes (bone marrow cells) in the femur 🦴
  • Level of colony-forming units-spleen (CFU-S) in exo and endotests 🔬
  • Hemolytic resistance of erythrocytes 🧬
  • Mass and cellularity of the thymus 🫀

Mice were exposed to monochromatic pulsed electromagnetic fields in the 2.27-2.78 GHz frequency range, with an average power flux density of 60 μW/cm² and doses ranging from 0.086 to 0.86 J/g.

Findings

The study found that repeated exposure to electromagnetic fields caused cumulative biological effects. These effects led to the development of a "stress-like" adaptive reaction in the animals, as reflected by changes in the measured blood system and immune organ indicators.

Conclusion

The experiments demonstrate that repeated low-intensity microwave radiation induces stress reactions and physiological adaptation in mice. The connection between electromagnetic field exposure and biological stress responses highlights the importance of continued research into EMF-related health risks and mechanisms of adaptation.

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