Evidence for mobile phone radiation exposure effects on reproductive pattern of male rats: role of ROS.
Kesari KK, Behari J. · 2012
View Original AbstractDaily mobile phone radiation exposure reduced male rat fertility through multiple pathways, affecting hormones, sperm quality, and offspring outcomes.
Plain English Summary
Researchers exposed male rats to mobile phone radiation for 2 hours daily over 45 days and found significant damage to their reproductive health. The exposed rats had lower testosterone levels, damaged sperm cells, and fewer offspring that weighed less than normal. The study suggests this damage occurs through oxidative stress (cellular damage from unstable molecules called free radicals).
Why This Matters
This study adds to mounting evidence that radiofrequency radiation affects male fertility through oxidative stress mechanisms. The researchers documented multiple concerning effects: reduced testosterone, increased cell death markers, structural sperm damage visible under electron microscopy, and measurably fewer, smaller offspring. What makes this research particularly relevant is that it demonstrates effects across the entire reproductive process, from hormone production to sperm quality to actual reproductive outcomes. The science demonstrates that RF exposure creates an oxidative stress environment that disrupts normal cellular function in reproductive tissues. While we don't know the exact exposure levels used, the 2-hour daily exposure pattern mirrors heavy phone use patterns. For men concerned about fertility, this research reinforces the importance of minimizing direct contact between phones and reproductive organs.
Exposure Information
Specific exposure levels were not quantified in this study. Duration: 2 h per day for 45 days
Study Details
The aim of this study is to observe Evidence for mobile phone radiation exposure effects on reproductive pattern of male rats: Role of ROS
70 days old Wistar rats (n = 6) were exposed to mobile phone radiofrequency (RF) radiation for 2 h p...
A significant decrease (P < 0.05) in the level of testosterone and an increase in caspase-3 activity...
Our findings on these biomarkers are clear indications of possible health implications of repeated exposure to mobile phone radiation
Show BibTeX
@article{kk_2012_evidence_for_mobile_phone_1659,
author = {Kesari KK and Behari J.},
title = {Evidence for mobile phone radiation exposure effects on reproductive pattern of male rats: role of ROS.},
year = {2012},
doi = {10.3109/15368378.2012.700292},
url = {https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.3109/15368378.2012.700292},
}