Effects of radiofrequency radiation exposure on blood-brain barrier permeability in male and female rats med./bio.

Aim of study (acc. to author)

Background/further details

Endpoint

• effects on the neurological system: permeability of blood-brain barrier

Exposure

• • 0.9–1.8 GHz
  • RF field
  • microwaves
• • CW continuous wave

Extended view Compact view

Methods Endpoint/measurement parameters/methodology

• effects on the neurological system: permeability of blood-brain barrier (albumin extravasation/Evans blue detection; spectrophotometry)

Main outcome of study (acc. to author)

Study funded by

• Gazi University Research Foundation, Turkey

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