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Albinism

Synonym(s)

General term for a number of inherited defects of amino acid metabolism in which there is a deficiency or absence of pigment in the eyes, skin, or hair.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (MeSH) at the National Library of Medicine
A genetic condition marked by little or none of the pigment melanin in the skin, hair, and/or eyes. People with albinism may have vision problems and white hair, pink or blue eyes, and pale skin.: Definition from: National Cancer Institute dictionary


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