Single strand DNA breaks in rat brain cells exposed to microwave radiation med./bio.

Aim of study (acc. to author)

Background/further details

Endpoint

• genotoxicity/mutation: DNA damage (single-strand breaks) in the brain

Exposure

• • 2.45–16.5 GHz
  • 2.45 GHz
  • microwaves

Extended view Compact view

Methods Endpoint/measurement parameters/methodology

• genotoxicity/mutation: DNA damage (single-strand breaks) in the brain (comet assay; length of DNA migration)

Main outcome of study (acc. to author)

Study funded by

• Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India

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