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[Impact of radiofrequency/microwave radiation on cell and cytoskeleton structure].

Arhiv za higijenu rada i toksikologiju · 2004 · Unclear · Insufficient evidence

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This article discusses concerns about possible non-thermal biological effects of RF/microwave electromagnetic fields from increasing mobile phone use. It states that possible biological effects have not been elucidated so far and that the effect of RF/microwa…

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PublicationArhiv za higijenu rada i toksikologiju · 2004
Study typereview
Reported directionUnclear
Evidence ratingInsufficient

Abstract

The increasing number of mobile phone users raises concern about possible hazardous effects of radiofrequency/microwave (RF/MW) electromagnetic fields. The most intriguing issue is the existence of the so called non-thermal effect which is not related to increased temperature. Possible biological effects, associated with the exposure to RF/MW fields have not been elucidated so far. A number of in vitro studies have attempted to see whether permissible levels of RF/MW affect the cell membrane, gene transcription, apoptosis, and whether they induce stress. However, the effect of RF/MW on the cytoskeleton, one of the most important cell structures, remains unknown. Cytoskeleton is a functional and structural part of the cell, composed of actin, intermedial filaments and microtubules. Microtubules direct the distribution of cellular organelles, determine cell shape, cell polarity and segregation of chromosomes during mitosis.

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Study typereview
Effect directionunclear
PopulationNot supplied
Sample sizeNot supplied
ExposureRF
Evidence strengthInsufficientConfidence: 66% · Peer reviewed: yes

Main findings

This article discusses concerns about possible non-thermal biological effects of RF/microwave electromagnetic fields from increasing mobile phone use. It states that possible biological effects have not been elucidated so far and that the effect of RF/microwave exposure on the cytoskeleton remains unknown.

Outcomes measured

  • cell membrane effects
  • gene transcription
  • apoptosis
  • stress responses
  • cytoskeleton structure (actin, intermediate filaments, microtubules)

Limitations

  • Narrative/background discussion; no specific study methods, exposure parameters, or results are provided in the abstract
  • No frequencies, SAR levels, exposure durations, or quantitative findings reported
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DOI: Not supplied
PubMed: 15584559

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