International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences

This study aimed to assess antioxidant levels in individuals exposed to X-ray radiation and compare them with healthy controls. A total of 50 blood samples were collected from X-ray workers aged 21 to 60 years, recruited from Azadi and Kirkuk General Hospitals between January and May 2023. Participants underwent personal interviews using a structured questionnaire to gather comprehensive medical histories. Individuals with conditions such as diabetes mellitus, liver disease, hypertension, anemia, or those taking regular medications were excluded to avoid confounding factors. Additionally, 25 healthy individuals without any known diseases were included as controls. Blood samples (5 mL) were collected from both groups for analysis. The outcomes uncovered no statistically larger differences (p≤0.05) in gender distribution among participants, with males comprising 58% and females 42%. Similarly, smoking status showed no significant association (p≤0.01), as 46% of participants were smokers and 54% were non-smokers. Biochemical analysis indicated a significant decrease (p<0.05) in malondialdehyde (MDA) and glutathione (GSH) levels among X-ray workers compared to the control group. However, catalase levels did not show larger differences (p<0.05) among the two groups. These findings suggest that occupational X-ray exposure may influence oxidative stress markers, warranting further investigation into its long-term health implications.