Albinism causes
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Shadan Mehraban, M.D.[2]
Overview
Overview
Albinism is caused by genetic mutations that impair melanin synthesis. The number of melanocytes is preserved.
Causes
Causes
Common Causes
- Albinism is caused by genetic mutations that impair melanin synthesis [1]
- Genetic mutations that lead to different subtypes of albinism are mentioned in both classification and pathophysiology sections
- The number of melanocytes is preserved [2]
References
References
- ↑ Grønskov K, Ek J, Brondum-Nielsen K (2007). “Oculocutaneous albinism”. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2: 43. doi:10.1186/1750-1172-2-43. PMC 2211462. PMID 17980020.
- ↑ “Albinism – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf”.
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