[The results of the cytogenetic examination of the inhabitants of population centers adjacent to the Semipalatinsk nuclear testing grounds (at the period of the work of the interdepartamental commission in 1989)].

Within the frames of activity of joint commission the cytogenetic studies of 98 persons from different areas of Semipalatinsk Province have been carried out in 1989. The studies revealed the higher level of chromosome aberrations in the settlements adjacent to firing ground. The possible connection of discovered cytogenetic lesions to the influence of radiation aftermath of ground and air nuclear weapon test is discussed.