Structural and Ultrastructural Study of Rat Liver Influenced by Electromagnetic Radiation

Structural and Ultrastructural Study of Rat Liver Influenced by Electromagnetic Radiation

Holovská K, Almášiová V, Cigánková V, Beňová K, Račeková E, Martončíková M. Structural and Ultrastructural Study of Rat Liver Influenced by Electromagnetic Radiation. J Toxicol Environ Health A. 2015;78(6):353-356.

Abstract

Mobile communication systems are undoubtedly an environmental source of electromagnetic radiation (EMR). There is an increasing concern regarding the interactions of EMR with the humans.

The aim of this study was to examine the effects of EMR on Wistar rat liver. Mature rats were exposed to electromagnetic field of frequency 2.45 GHz and mean power density of 2.8 mW/cm2 for 3 h/d for 3 wk. Samples of the liver were obtained 3 h after the last irradiation and processed histologically for light and transmission electron microscopy.

Data demonstrated the presence of moderate hyperemia, dilatation of liver sinusoids, and small inflammatory foci in the center of liver lobules. Structure of hepatocytes was not altered and all described changes were classified as moderate. Electron microscopy of hepatocytes revealed vesicles of different sizes and shapes, lipid droplets, and proliferation of smooth endoplasmic reticulum. Occasionally necrotizing hepatocytes were observed.

Our observations demonstrate that EMR exposure produced adverse effects on rat liver.

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Joel M. Moskowitz, Ph.D., Director
Center for Family and Community Health
School of Public Health
University of California, Berkeley

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