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Is albinism a polygenic disorder?


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Polygenic disorder

  1. Polygenic disorder is a genetic disorder that is caused by the combined action of more than one gene.
  2. Albinism is an uncommon hereditary condition characterized by a lack of color in the hair, skin, or eyes.
  3. Albinism is caused by a single gene known as the TYR Gene being damaged.
  4. Albinism can also be caused by mutations in multiple additional genes.

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