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  • 10-03-2017
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What is the name of the gene that is causing albinism?

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NOCHILLL
NOCHILLL NOCHILLL
  • 10-03-2017
The enzyme produced by the TYR gene, called tyrosinase, is required for the synthesis of melanin pigment. A mutation in the TYR gene causes the most common form of albinism.
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Photon
Photon Photon
  • 10-03-2017
You know Melanin is produced by cells called melanocytes, which are found in your skin and eyes. A mutation can have as conquence to don't produce melanin that your eyes need.

In shot, the answer would be : a mutation in the TYR gene.

Hope this helps !

Photon
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