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Albinism is one of the few human traits that actually has a simple inheritance pattern, similar to the traits that Gregor Mendel studied in pea plants. The way these traits are inherited by offspring from their parents is called Mendelian inheritance.
- Christine Miller
- 2020
Aug 14, 2023 · Albinism is a group of heritable conditions associated with decreased or absent melanin in ectoderm-derived tissues (most notably the skin, hair, and eyes), yielding a characteristic decrease in skin pigmentation. Patients with albinism are particularly susceptible to solar damage, and these patients must utilize lifelong sun protection ...
- Justin R. Federico, Karthik Krishnamurthy
- 2023/08/14
Nov 1, 2018 · Albinism is a disorder characterized by hypopigmentation of the hair, skin, and eyes, with accompanying ocular abnormalities that remain relatively stable throughout life. The disorder is defined by a spectrum of pigmentation where albinism is more evident among individuals of dark complexion than their lighter-pigmented peers.
- Ramon Jauregui, Laryssa A. Huryn, Brian P. Brooks
- 2018
Nov 10, 2023 · Albinism is a genetic condition that causes a person to produce little or no melanin. It leads to a lack of color in the skin, hair, and eyes, as well as vision problems. Learn more.
Jun 26, 2019 · Albinism is a group of disorders inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern that results in little or no production of the pigment melanin, which determines the colour of the skin, hair, and eyes.
Aug 1, 2007 · This review examines and discusses the following: (a) overview of medical/genetic factors associated with albinism, (b) myths and stereotypes regarding albinism, (c) research findings on. general...
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Albinism affects the production of melanin, the pigment that colours skin, hair and eyes. It's a lifelong condition, but it does not get worse over time. People with albinism have a reduced amount of melanin, or no melanin at all. This can affect their colouring and their eyesight.
