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Albinism is due to nonsynthesis (absence) of melanin on account of absence of

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melaninase
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luciferase
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tyrosinase
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lysine
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The correct option is C tyrosinase
This is a rare genetic disorder, it is congenital and characterized by the complete or partial absence of pigment in the skin, hair and eyes... It is due to absence or defect of tyrosinase, a copper-containing enzyme involved in the production of melanin.

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