Effects of Electromagnetic Radiation from a Cellular Phone on Human Sperm Motility: An In Vitro Study

Eroğul, Osman; Öztaş, Emin; Yıldırım, İbrahim; Kır, Tayfun; Aydur, Emin; Komesli, Gökhan Hadi; Irkılata, Hasan Cem; Irmak, M. Kemal; Peker, Ahmet Fuat

doi:10.1016/j.arcmed.2006.05.003

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“…However, Fejes et al [2005] did observe a decrease in rapid progressive and an increase in slow progressive spermatozoa after RF exposure. On the other hand, Erogul et al [2006] found a decrease in both rapid and slow progressive spermatozoa, while non-progressive and immotile sperm populations increased after exposure. Davoudi et al [2002] only noted a decrease in the proportion of rapid progressive sperm after prolonged exposure (1 month, 6 h/day).…”

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confidence: 93%

“…Various studies have recently expounded on the possible influence of RF-EMF on DNA integrity of male germ cells [Aitken et al, 2005] as well as on sperm motility [Davoudi et al, 2002;Fejes et al, 2005;Erogul et al, 2006]. As with so many studies conducted in this field, some of the findings were criticized due to a lack of dosimetry and not taking confounding risk factors into account [European fast response team on EMF and Health, 2004].…”

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“…Several recent studies have highlighted the possibility that RF-EMF could influence sperm motility [Davoudi et al, 2002;Fejes et al, 2005;Kilgallon and Simmons, 2005;Erogul et al, 2006]. Motility is a pre-requisite in the journey of spermatozoa to the oocyte eventuating in hyperactivated motility, which is required for sperm penetration of the zona pellucida [Yanagimachi, 1994;de Lamirande et al, 1997;Ho and Suarez, 2001].…”

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In vitro effect of pulsed 900 MHz GSM radiation on mitochondrial membrane potential and motility of human spermatozoa

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and Key wordsEjaculated, density purified, human spermatozoa were exposed to 900 MHz GSM mobile phone radiation at two specific absorption rate levels (SAR 2.0 and 5.7 W/kg) and examined at various time points post exposure. Change in sperm mitochondrial membrane potential was analyzed using flow cytometry. Sperm motility was determined by computer assisted sperm analysis (CASA). There was no effect of 900MHz GSM radiation on mitochondrial membrane potential. This was also the case for all kinematic parameters assessed at SAR of 2.0 W/kg. However, two kinematic parameters (VSL and BCF) were statistically significantly altered after the exposure at SAR 5.7 W/kg. Effects seen cannot be ascribed to heating, as the temperature did not increase by more than 0.3ºC. A thorough investigation at lower SAR levels is required to determine the extent of the influence of RF-EMF on human sperm motility.

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In vitro effect of pulsed 900 MHz GSM radiation on mitochondrial membrane potential and motility of human spermatozoa

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“…Several studies have concluded that radiation at low frequencies, one of which is caused by a cell phone, is rarely dangerous [3]. On the other hand, there are also studies stating that RF signals resulting from the use of mobile phones (800 -2000 MHz) adversely affect the expression of genes and proteins [4] [5].…”

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Does Mobile Phone Radiation Affect Sperm Quality?

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Background: Male infertility represents almost half of all infertility cases worldwide. High social activities have made some men use earphones or hands-free devices to stay in touch while on the move; hence, often giving radiation exposure to male reproductive organs when their mobile phone is kept in trousers' pocket or on the belt. Because testis is an organ that is susceptible to radiation, the effect of radiation on testis is worth investigating. Objective: This study aimed to determine the direct effect of radiation exposure on the motility quality and viability of human sperm. Material and method: Thirty two healthy men came to donate their sperm. Each sample was prepared by swim-up method. The sperm samples obtained were multiplied by means of dividing each sample into two parts and each part was assigned into the treatment group (exposed to mobile phone radiation) and control group. The sperm sample then underwent a procedure to assess its mobility and viability, which was performed every 30 minutes for 3 hours. Results: A total of 64 washed samples were included in this study. The duration of exposure of mobile phones to sperm at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180 minute did not show significant differences in motility or viability of the sperm compared to those of the control group. Conclusion: This study concludes that the exposure to mobile phone radiation to sperm that has been washed for 3 hours does not lead to a negative effect on motility and viability when compared to the control group.

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“…11,12 Low level of EMF can emit by cellular phones, so because of global using of this device; estimation of the unforeseen risks from mobile communication has become a social and ethical problem. As electromagnetic wave (EMW) enters the tissue, its speed and wavelength changes depending upon the electrical properties of the tissue environment.…”

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Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Induces Oxidative Stress and Pathophysiological Changes in the Cardiovascular System

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2017

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Effects of Electromagnetic Radiation from a Cellular Phone on Human Sperm Motility: An In Vitro Study

Cited by 217 publications

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In vitro effect of pulsed 900 MHz GSM radiation on mitochondrial membrane potential and motility of human spermatozoa

In vitro effect of pulsed 900 MHz GSM radiation on mitochondrial membrane potential and motility of human spermatozoa

Does Mobile Phone Radiation Affect Sperm Quality?

Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields Induces Oxidative Stress and Pathophysiological Changes in the Cardiovascular System

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