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A 50 Hz magnetic field influences the viability of breast cancer cells 96 h after exposure

Molecular biology reports · 2022 · Mixed · Low evidence

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Breast cell lines exposed to 50 Hz ELF magnetic fields (0.1 mT or 1.0 mT) showed exposure-duration-dependent changes assessed 96 h after exposure began. Short-term exposure (4–8 h) increased viability in breast cancer cells, while longer high exposure (24 h a…

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PublicationMolecular biology reports · 2022
Study typein_vitro
Reported directionMixed
Evidence ratingLow

Abstract

A 50 Hz magnetic field influences the viability of breast cancer cells 96 h after exposure Elexpuru-Zabaleta M, Lazzarini R, Tartaglione MF, et al. A 50 Hz magnetic field influences the viability of breast cancer cells 96 h after exposure. 2022 Nov 15]. Mol Biol Rep. 2022;10.1007/s11033-022-08069-7. doi:10.1007/s11033-022-08069-7. Abstract Background: The exposure of breast cancer to extremely low frequency magnetic fields (ELF-MFs) results in various biological responses. Some studies have suggested a possible cancer-enhancing effect, while others showed a possible therapeutic role. This study investigated the effects of in vitro exposure to 50 Hz ELF-MF for up to 24 h on the viability and cellular response of MDA-MB-231 and MCF-7 breast cancer cell lines and MCF- 10A breast cell line. Methods and results: The breast cell lines were exposed to 50 Hz ELF-MF at flux densities of 0.1 mT and 1.0 mT and were examined 96 h after the beginning of ELF-MF exposure. The duration of 50 Hz ELF-MF exposure influenced the cell viability and proliferation of both the tumor and nontumorigenic breast cell lines. In particular, short-term exposure (4-8 h, 0.1 mT and 1.0 mT) led to an increase in viability in breast cancer cells, while long and high exposure (24 h, 1.0 mT) led to a decrease in viability and proliferation in all cell lines. Cancer and normal breast cells exhibited different responses to ELF-MF. Mitochondrial membrane potential and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production were altered after ELF-MF exposure, suggesting that the mitochondria are a probable target of ELF-MF in breast cells. Conclusions: The viability of breast cells in vitro is influenced by ELF-MF exposure at magnetic flux densities compatible with the limits for the general population and for workplace exposures. The effects are apparent after 96 h and are related to the ELF-MF exposure time. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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Study typein_vitro
Effect directionmixed
PopulationBreast cell lines (MDA-MB-231, MCF-7, MCF-10A)
Sample sizeNot supplied
ExposureELF · 5e-05 MHz · 4–8 h and 24 h (examined 96 h after beginning of exposure)
Evidence strengthLowConfidence: 78% · Peer reviewed: yes

Main findings

Breast cell lines exposed to 50 Hz ELF magnetic fields (0.1 mT or 1.0 mT) showed exposure-duration-dependent changes assessed 96 h after exposure began. Short-term exposure (4–8 h) increased viability in breast cancer cells, while longer high exposure (24 h at 1.0 mT) decreased viability and proliferation in all cell lines; mitochondrial membrane potential and ROS were altered.

Outcomes measured

  • Cell viability
  • Cell proliferation
  • Mitochondrial membrane potential
  • Reactive oxygen species (ROS) production

Limitations

  • In vitro study (cell lines), not clinical outcomes
  • Sample size not reported in abstract
  • Exposure conditions limited to 0.1 mT and 1.0 mT at 50 Hz and up to 24 h
  • Outcomes assessed at a single post-exposure timepoint (96 h after beginning of exposure)
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DOI: 10.1007/s11033-022-08069-7
PubMed: 36378418

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