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Tyrosinase gene mutations in the Chinese Han population with OCA1.
Genetics research - 12 Nov 2014
Liu Ning, Kong Xiang Dong, Shi Hui Rong, Wu Qing Hua, Jiang Miao
Abstract excerpt
Oculocutaneous albinism (OCA) is a heterogeneous autosomal recessive genetic disorder that affects melanin synthesis. OCA results in reduced or absent pigmentation in the hair, skin and eyes. Type 1 OCA (OCA1) is the result of tyrosinase (TYR) gene mutations and is a severe disease type. This study investigated TYR mutations in a Chinese cohort with OCA1. This study included two parts: patient genetic study and...
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