[Autoimmune processes after long-term low-level exposure to electromagnetic fields (the results of an experiment). Part 1. Mobile communications and changes in electromagnetic conditions for the population. Needs for additional substantiation of the existing hygienic standards].
← Research streamAn additional experiment under supervision of foreign experts reported changes in autoimmune status in rats after long-term low-level RF EMF exposure at an incident power density of 500 microW/cm2. The article argues existing exposure-limiting standards may n…
Study snapshot
Abstract
Mobile communications provides a new source of electromagnetic exposure for almost the whole population of the Russian Federation. For the first time in the history of civilization the brain of mobile phone users was exposed to localized radiofrequency (RF) electromagnetic fields (EMF). Population exposure from the base stations is also considered to be specific. However, existing standards for limiting the exposure do not account for this special EMF source and may not ensure the absence of health effects. There was a need for reliable information that would extend databases used for development of new standards. As recommended by the World Health Organization an additional experiment was performed under the supervision of foreign experts, which showed changes in autoimmune status in rats after long-term low-level RF EMF exposure with an incident power density of 500 microW/cm2.
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Main findings
An additional experiment under supervision of foreign experts reported changes in autoimmune status in rats after long-term low-level RF EMF exposure at an incident power density of 500 microW/cm2. The article argues existing exposure-limiting standards may not account for mobile communications sources and may not ensure absence of health effects.
Outcomes measured
- autoimmune status changes
- hygienic standards/limits for RF EMF exposure (policy/standards discussion)
Limitations
- No frequency, modulation, or other exposure parameters reported in the abstract
- No sample size or statistical details provided
- Outcome measures for 'autoimmune status' not specified
- Primarily discusses standards and exposure context; limited experimental detail in abstract
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Identifiers and source
DOI: Not supplied
PubMed: 20297674
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