[Hematologic changes in workers exposed to radio wave radiation]

Arh Hig Rada Toksikol. 1991 Dec;42(4):367-73.
[Article in Croatian]

Abstract

Haematological parameters were measured in 43 radar operators employed in air traffic control occupationally exposed to microwave radiation of low intensity over a period of four years. Exposure to heat, soft X-ray radiation and noise were within maximally allowed limits. The haematological changes included a decreased number of erythrocytes, reticulocytes, platelets, segmented granulocytes and monocytes, and an increased number of leucocytes and lymphocytes. The changes were not pathologically significant and most of them were reversible.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Blood Cell Count / radiation effects*
  • Humans
  • Microwaves / adverse effects
  • Middle Aged
  • Occupational Exposure*
  • Radio Waves / adverse effects*