Effects of solar activity and geographic latitude on genetic homeostasis of human somatic cells
Journal: Ekologiya Cheloveka (Human Ecology)
Year: 2023

BACKGROUND: Associations between genetic stability of human somatic cells and solar activity across latitudes have been studied. A human buccal epithelium micronucleus test was selected as a method for evaluating genetic homeostasis.&#x0D; AIM: To assess effects of solar activity on the genetic stability of human somatic cells using the micronucleus test in buccal epithelium in relation to the geographical location of subjects.&#x0D; METHODS: Men aged 18 to 21 years with no harmful habits and ta