[Direct effects of low-frequency acoustic oscillations on cell membranes].
Acoustic waves of low frequency appeared to influence directly the body cellular structures, induce non-specific changes of cells and subcellular elements in all organs and systems studied. Direct correlation exists between the waves frequency, exposure period and severity of the disorders. The most severe disorders result from the frequencies of 8 and 16 Hz. Evaluation of RBC membranes permeability through a method of urea-induced hemolysis is non-specific but quite sensitive test that could be recommended for screening among individuals exposed to occupational factors.
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D000162:Acoustics; D002462:Cell Membrane / Q000378:metabolism / Q000648:ultrastructure*; D002463:Cell Membrane Permeability; D004910:Erythrocyte Membrane / Q000378:metabolism / Q000648:ultrastructure; D006461:Hemolysis; D006801:Humans; D016272:Occupational Health; D009790:Occupations