UV Radiation
Exposure Definition
Ultraviolet radiation from sun exposure. Includes UVA and UVB. Primary cause of skin cancer; also enables vitamin D synthesis. Varies by latitude, season, time of day, and behavior.
Proxies
| Name | Unit | Measurement | Data source |
|---|---|---|---|
| UV index | 0-11+ | Meteorological measurement | NOAA/EPA |
| Vitamin D (25-OH) | ng/mL | Serum assay | Biomarker |
Biological Systems Affected
skin
DNA damage, skin cancer, photoaging
immune
Vitamin D; immune regulation
Sensitive Developmental Windows
adolescence (10-24)
Sun exposure behaviors; vitamin D status
GxE Highlights
No GxE highlights recorded.
Tissue-Specific Notes
skin— DNA damage
References
- 1.WHO (2022). UV radiation and health. [link]