The radiation from RF-EMF can cause damage to DNA, increase the temperature of tissues, and disrupt the blood brain barrier. These effects are real and airpods cancer ARPANSA is actively engaged with the EHS communities, medical professionals as well as researchers. ARPANSA will continue to examine research regarding the health effects caused by EMF radiation.
RF-EMF damages DNA
The exposure to electromagnetic fields created by humans (EMFs) are associated with DNA damage as well as adverse health adverse effects. EMFs can affect the intracellular ionic levels, which are crucial to maintain the balance of electrochemical activity in cells. This can alter the balance of cell metabolism, resulting to DNA destruction. Moreover exposure to EMFs can also trigger an overproduction of free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS).
The exposure to radiation from RF-EMF has been linked to changes in the male germ cell's development. This involves the transformation of germ cells into spermatozoa, aswell as functional maturation as the spermatozoa move across the epididymis. To investigate the effects of RF-EMF on the development of male germ cells, a specially-built waveguide machine was constructed to expose unrestrained mice to RF-EME with a dose of 2.2 W/kg.
In a recent study, researchers discovered that exposure to RF EME caused oxidative DNA damage in the spermatozoa. Sperm DNA fragmentation was increased by 18% after one week of treatment and by 23 percent after five weeks. Furthermore, DNA damage in mitochondria was observed by measuring the level of a biomarker, 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OH-dG).
Despite this, RF-EMF radiation is not yet recognized as a true carcinogen. However, several studies have found that RF-EMF exposure can impair the integrity of DNA in range of cell varieties. In one study, scientists subjected Vero cell lines to EMF of 100 Hz for about 45 minutes. They assessed DNA damage for within 48 hours of exposure to determine if the exposure affected the integrity of DNA.
The effect of RF-EMF on tissue heating
While the effects of RF EMF are typically believed to be thermal, some studies have revealed that non-thermal influences are also evident. These factors could be responsible for some of the unresolved observations in the epidemiological study of EMF hypersensitivity. It is therefore important to look at the non-thermal aspects when conducting an extensive review.
The non-thermal effects of RF-EMF could occur at the cell membrane. This is a field of research that has been extensively investigated. Particularly the electrochemical properties of cell membranes has been studied. Current understanding suggests that energy from RF-EMF higher than 1 MHz is transferred to tissue through dielectric as well as Ionic dissipation. The theoretical studies have indicated that the energy that is transferred to tissues could be as high as 200 kV/m.
The electric properties of tissues are regulated in the form and quantity of water molecules and ions, and other molecules within the body. This determines how absorbent EMR from RF is absorbed by different tissues. Organs with greater conductivity are likely to absorb more of the EMR field and produce more of an impact. This is why the degree of heating in tissues does not increase steadily from outside to inside the body, but occurs in hot spots. Bone and fatty tissues are less susceptible to RF heating as compared to other tissues, since they have a low water content.
The intensity of the field's penetration depends on the strength and frequency of the field. Muscle tissue absorbs more field radiation than most tissues and converts it to heat more effectively. Typically the depth of penetration of RF-EMF is measured by millimeters (mm). However, the higher the frequency, the shallower the penetration.
RF-EMF causes blood-brain barrier disruption
Researchers have discovered that RF EMF can alter the blood-brain-barrier, altering sleep patterns and neurotransmitter levels. Additionally, the effects that EMF in brain activities are linked to neurodegenerative diseases. For example, EMF from mobile phones can alter electroencephalogram activity as well as sleep patterns, in addition to the actions of nitric Oxide and xanthin oxidase.
Researchers from the Vienna University have studied the effects of exposure to RF EMF in brain cells. They also examined the effects of ELF EMFs on the nervous system. While the mechanisms of the cell that play a role are not fully comprehended, there is a clear connection between exposure to ELF-EMF and myelin depletion. This relationship might account for the electro-hypersensitivity symptoms of electro-hypersensitivity. However, there are proven methods for regenerating myelin inside the brain.
Researchers have found that exposure to the frequency of 900 millimeters EMF enhanced the permeability of BBB and increased signs of neuronal damage in rodents. They also observed increased extravasation of albumin into neurons. Further, they found the following: after 30 mins of exposure at 900 MHz, 99mTc-MIBI increased its diffusion in the cortex. But this effect did not happen with Evans blue-based injections.
However, RF-EMF is not able to provide a definitive mechanism for disrupting the BBB. Research suggests that EMF exposure can increase erythrocyte membrane permeability, which could influence the BBB and increase the efflux of calcium ions. Furthermore, the presence a 99mTcMIBI radiotracer inside the brain has also been associated with increasing the permeability and permeability of the BBB.
RF-EMF damages DNA
The exposure to electromagnetic fields created by humans (EMFs) are associated with DNA damage as well as adverse health adverse effects. EMFs can affect the intracellular ionic levels, which are crucial to maintain the balance of electrochemical activity in cells. This can alter the balance of cell metabolism, resulting to DNA destruction. Moreover exposure to EMFs can also trigger an overproduction of free radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS).
The exposure to radiation from RF-EMF has been linked to changes in the male germ cell's development. This involves the transformation of germ cells into spermatozoa, aswell as functional maturation as the spermatozoa move across the epididymis. To investigate the effects of RF-EMF on the development of male germ cells, a specially-built waveguide machine was constructed to expose unrestrained mice to RF-EME with a dose of 2.2 W/kg.
In a recent study, researchers discovered that exposure to RF EME caused oxidative DNA damage in the spermatozoa. Sperm DNA fragmentation was increased by 18% after one week of treatment and by 23 percent after five weeks. Furthermore, DNA damage in mitochondria was observed by measuring the level of a biomarker, 8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine (8-OH-dG).
Despite this, RF-EMF radiation is not yet recognized as a true carcinogen. However, several studies have found that RF-EMF exposure can impair the integrity of DNA in range of cell varieties. In one study, scientists subjected Vero cell lines to EMF of 100 Hz for about 45 minutes. They assessed DNA damage for within 48 hours of exposure to determine if the exposure affected the integrity of DNA.The effect of RF-EMF on tissue heating
While the effects of RF EMF are typically believed to be thermal, some studies have revealed that non-thermal influences are also evident. These factors could be responsible for some of the unresolved observations in the epidemiological study of EMF hypersensitivity. It is therefore important to look at the non-thermal aspects when conducting an extensive review.
The non-thermal effects of RF-EMF could occur at the cell membrane. This is a field of research that has been extensively investigated. Particularly the electrochemical properties of cell membranes has been studied. Current understanding suggests that energy from RF-EMF higher than 1 MHz is transferred to tissue through dielectric as well as Ionic dissipation. The theoretical studies have indicated that the energy that is transferred to tissues could be as high as 200 kV/m.
The electric properties of tissues are regulated in the form and quantity of water molecules and ions, and other molecules within the body. This determines how absorbent EMR from RF is absorbed by different tissues. Organs with greater conductivity are likely to absorb more of the EMR field and produce more of an impact. This is why the degree of heating in tissues does not increase steadily from outside to inside the body, but occurs in hot spots. Bone and fatty tissues are less susceptible to RF heating as compared to other tissues, since they have a low water content.The intensity of the field's penetration depends on the strength and frequency of the field. Muscle tissue absorbs more field radiation than most tissues and converts it to heat more effectively. Typically the depth of penetration of RF-EMF is measured by millimeters (mm). However, the higher the frequency, the shallower the penetration.
RF-EMF causes blood-brain barrier disruption
Researchers have discovered that RF EMF can alter the blood-brain-barrier, altering sleep patterns and neurotransmitter levels. Additionally, the effects that EMF in brain activities are linked to neurodegenerative diseases. For example, EMF from mobile phones can alter electroencephalogram activity as well as sleep patterns, in addition to the actions of nitric Oxide and xanthin oxidase.
Researchers from the Vienna University have studied the effects of exposure to RF EMF in brain cells. They also examined the effects of ELF EMFs on the nervous system. While the mechanisms of the cell that play a role are not fully comprehended, there is a clear connection between exposure to ELF-EMF and myelin depletion. This relationship might account for the electro-hypersensitivity symptoms of electro-hypersensitivity. However, there are proven methods for regenerating myelin inside the brain.
Researchers have found that exposure to the frequency of 900 millimeters EMF enhanced the permeability of BBB and increased signs of neuronal damage in rodents. They also observed increased extravasation of albumin into neurons. Further, they found the following: after 30 mins of exposure at 900 MHz, 99mTc-MIBI increased its diffusion in the cortex. But this effect did not happen with Evans blue-based injections.
However, RF-EMF is not able to provide a definitive mechanism for disrupting the BBB. Research suggests that EMF exposure can increase erythrocyte membrane permeability, which could influence the BBB and increase the efflux of calcium ions. Furthermore, the presence a 99mTcMIBI radiotracer inside the brain has also been associated with increasing the permeability and permeability of the BBB.