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GK QUESTION#3634

Which of the following is a rare group of genetic disorders caused by mutations of certain genes affecting the colour (pigmentation) of the skin, hair and eyes?

  1. AAlbinismCorrect answer
  2. BAlagille syndrome
  3. CAlkaptonuria
  4. DAngelman syndrome
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A. Albinism

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Albinism includes inherited disorders of melanin production that affect pigmentation of skin, hair and eyes. The listed alternative syndromes have other defining features.

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