The effect of low-frequency electromagnetic field (ELF-EMF) on serum paraoxanase (PON1) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels

Abstract

Background: This study was carried out on individuals using constantly blow-dryers and hair-dryers in hair-dressing saloons. We aimed to investigate the effects of ELF-EMF caused by blow/hair dryers on PON1 and MDA serum levels of users. Method: The study was conducted on 32 individuals (mean age; 24± 6) selected randomly from among those constantly using blow/hair dryers in haircutting and hairdressing saloons. The subjects included into the study were divided into two groups: group 1 (n=16, 8 males, 8 females using hairdresser) as experimental group; Group 2 (n=16, 8 males, 8 females non-using hairdresser) as control group. Results: In the study, PON 1 and MDA values of the subjects ( Males and Females) in control and experimental groups were compared separately by taking the same-genders into account. PON 1 levels for males in control group were found as mean±std=52,71±14,43; and for males in experimental group as mean±std=40.32±6.18, p < 0.043. MDA levels for males in control group were found as mean±std =14.37±4.12, for males in experimental group as mean±std=18.17±3.49, p < 0.05. PON 1 levels for females in control group were measured as mean±std=67.87±8.10, for females in experimental group as mean±std=32.67±8.01, p < 0.0001. MDA levels for females in control group were determined as mean±std=21.12±6.58, for females in experimental group as mean±std=18.42±4.08, p < 0.34. In the study, it was observed that PON 1 and MDA values measured for those individuals who constantly use blow/hair dryers and thus are exposed to ELF-EMF varied considerably. Conclusion: It was concluded that individuals who work constantly with electric appliances producing electromagnetic field should be informed of the hazards of these machines, and preventive measures should be taken against these hazards

Keywords

• ELF-EMF, PON1, MDA,hair dryer

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