Albinism risk factors
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 inherited due to genetic mutations. Individuals with positive familial history are at risk of having albinism.
Risk Factors
Risk Factors
Common Risk Factors
- Albinism is inherited due to genetic mutations [1]
- Individuals with positive familial history are at risk of having albinism
References
References
- ↑ Marçon CR, Maia M (2019). “Albinism: epidemiology, genetics, cutaneous characterization, psychosocial factors”. An Bras Dermatol. 94 (5): 503–520. doi:10.1016/j.abd.2019.09.023. PMC 6857599 Check
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