Phenomena and Processes

Blue Light

That portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths between 450 to 495 nm. Exposure to blue light at night can suppress the secretion of melatonin, disrupt sleep, and cause shifts in CIRCADIAN RHYTHM.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

That portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths between 450 to 495 nm. Exposure to blue light at night can suppress the secretion of melatonin, disrupt sleep, and cause shifts in CIRCADIAN RHYTHM.

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1 entry terms
  • Light, Blue

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1 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects.

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History Note

2024

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Previous Indexing

  • Light (1963-2023)

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  1. G01w.358.500.505w.650w.220w
  2. G01w.590w.540w.100w
  3. G01w.750w.250w.650w.220w
  4. G01w.750w.770w.578w.220w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Blue Light. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000095743. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000095743
  2. Blue Light. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biological_effects_of_high-energy_visible_light
  3. Blue Light. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1573329