A cross-sectional study on nonionizing radiation to male fertility.
- Author:
Xiao-ping DING
1
;
Su-wen YAN
;
Ning ZHANG
;
Jie TANG
;
Hai-ou LU
;
Xi-liang WANG
;
Yi TANG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Adult; Comet Assay; Cross-Sectional Studies; Dose-Response Relationship, Radiation; Fertility; physiology; radiation effects; Humans; Male; Occupational Exposure; analysis; Radar; Radiation, Nonionizing; Spermatozoa; cytology; radiation effects; Time Factors
- From: Chinese Journal of Epidemiology 2004;25(1):40-43
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo investigate the relationship between microwave radiation and male reproductivity.
METHODSAfter filling out questionnaire and body check, we carried out molecular epidemiological studies, using single cell gel electrophoresis (SCGE) and sperm automatic analysis among people working on radar.
RESULTSQuality of semen and semi-clinical injury of sperm among the people working on radar had changed when radar electromagnetic wave frequency distance, intensity, lasting time and protection shield were changing. Dose-response relationship was noticed and the increase of sperm dysmorphia played a principal role. The results between exposed group and control group showed significant difference (P < 0.01).
CONCLUSIONPeople working on radar who suffered from non-ionization for long time and had bad radar shield protection would show semi-clinical injury on sperm and bad semen quality. However, it did not affect the male reproductive function. It was necessary to reinforce the protection of non-ionization and to improve male reproductive health care of people working on radar.
