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Albinism - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet References by Health Publica Icon Health Publications, 2003-11-24

Albinism in the Family: Albinismo en la Familia by Elizabeth Tromsness Mitchell, 2004-03-04

Living With Albinism (First Book) by Elaine Landau, 1998-03

Raising a Child with Albinism: A Guide to the Early Years by The National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH), 2008-06-15

Too White to Be Black and Too Black to Be White: Living with Albinism by Lee G. Edwards, 2001-06-01

Albinism: Webster's Timeline History, 1869 - 2007 by Icon Group International, 2009-06-06

A Monograph on Albinism in Man (Volume 1: 1) by Karl Pearson, 2010-01-11

A monograph on albinism in man by Karl Pearson, Edward Nettleship, et all 2010-08-30

REAL LIVES: PERSONAL AND PHOTOGRAPHIC PERSPECTIVES ON ALBINISM by ROBIN MACKENZIE SPINKS ARCHIE WILLIAM NEWTON ROY, 2005

Remarkable facts in human albinism and leukism by P. J Waardenburg, 1970

Albinism in popular culture

A monograph on albinism in man by Karl Pearson, 2010-05-14

Albinism: Persecution of people with albinism, Oculocutaneous albinism, Ocular albinism, Bioptics,

Oculocutaneous Albinism - A Bibliography and Dictionary for Physicians, Patients, and Genome Researchers by Philip M. Parker, 2007-07-18

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NOAH - The National Organization For Albinism And Hypopigmentation
An organization where people with albinism, their families and those that work with them can get informat Category Health Conditions and Diseases Skin Disorders albinism service provider. New NOAH Video! See the new NOAH Connecting thealbinism Communityvideo on your own computer! 2002 Conference
http://www.albinism.org/

Extractions: If you have any questions or comments, please e-mail us at webmaster@albinism.org NOAH is a volunteer organization for persons and families involved with the condition of albinism. It does not diagnose, treat, or provide genetic counseling. It is involved in self-help, while trying to promote research and education. Specific information for people who have: Albinism Children with albinism Patients with albinism Students with albinism ... Albinism On Line Community (Formerly The Webboards) Albinism Information About NOAH NOAH Events NOAH Projects ...
MEDLINEplus Medical Encyclopedia: Albinism
Learn about this disorder that results in the partial or full absence of pigment from the skin, hair, and eyes. Includes links to related topics. converted by the body to the pigment melanin. albinism results when the body is unable to produce or distribute melanin
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001479.htm

Extractions: Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Nevus, halo Alternative names Return to top Hypopigmentation; Oculocutaneous albinism; Ocular albinism Definition Return to top Albinism refers to a group of related conditions. These conditions are the result of altered genes that cause a defect of melanin production. This defect results in the partial or full absence of pigment from the skin, hair, and eyes. Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top An amino acid called tyrosine is normally converted by the body to the pigment melanin . Albinism results when the body is unable to produce or distribute melanin because of one of several possible defects. In particular, defects in the metabolism of tyrosine leading to failure to convert it into melanin, can cause albinism. Albinism appears in different forms and may be inherited by one of several modes: autosomal recessive, autosomal dominant, or X-linked. Complete albinism involves a total absence of pigment from the hair, eyes, and skin (this is also called tyrosinase-negative oculocutaneous albinism). It is the most severe form of the condition. Affected people may appear to have hair, skin, and iris color that are white as well as vision defects. They also have photophobia (sunlight is painful to their eyes), they
International Albinism Center
At the University of Minnesota a team of dedicated research professionals interested in understanding the basis of albinism in humans. Facts about this disorder as well as glossary of terms provided.
http://www.cbc.umn.edu/iac/

Extractions: The International Albinism Center is a team of dedicated research professionals interested in understanding the basis of albinism in humans. We are a multi-disciplinary group of researchers that include interests in clinical genetics, molecular biology, ophthalmology, dermatology, and biochemistry, all with a central theme of understanding the cause and effect of albinism and other forms of pigment loss in humans. We have published several papers on different aspects of albinism as a result of this collaborative effort. This is an electronic copy of the publication Facts About Albinism written by Drs. Richard A. King, C. Gail Summers, James W. Haefemeyer and Bonnie LeRoy. This is a good source of basic information about albinism. This also contains a list of Definitions of Words at the end of the book. This is a link to a review paper on the different types of albinism and the affect of albinism on the eye. Are you doing a report on albinism?
NOAH — Publications
NOAH The National Organization for albinism and Hypopigmentation logo If youhave any questions or comments, please e-mail us at webmaster@albinism.org.
http://www.albinism.org/publications/

Extractions: You are encouraged to download these Information Bulletins as text or print from pdf format and distribute them to family, friends and appropriate professionals as long as the documents are not altered in any way. If you have any questions regarding these Information Bulletins, don't hesitate to contact NOAH for more information. English What is Albinism Que es el Albinismo? African Americans with Albinism Albinismo y Afro-Americanos ... What Do You See? La venida Pronto (coming soon) Social Aspect of Albinism Aspectos Sociales y Emocionales del
Albinism Fellowship UK - Welcome
Voluntary organisation that aims to provide information, advice and support, for people with albinism.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Skin Disorders albinismThe albinism Fellowship, a group that provides information, advvice and supportfor people with albinism. Registered Charity in Scotland No. SC009443
http://www.albinism.org.uk/
Albinism
albinism. About one in every 17,000 people have albinism. In ocularalbinism, the hair and skin pigmmentation may not be effected.
http://www.lowvision.org/albinism.htm

Extractions: About one in every 17,000 people have Albinism. These individuals fail to produce melanin, a photoprotective pigment. While melanin's role in protecting us from ultraviolet light is understood, it also has other important functions in the development of the retina and brain and their interconnection of which we know much less.. Macular Hypoplasia: The fovea a tiny area in the center of the macula region of the retina, the most sensitive area of vision in the retina fails to fully develop. Iris Color and Transillumination: The pigmentation of iris and choroid may be lacking causing light to penetrate directly through the structures of the eye rather than only through the pupil. In some cases the iris may be pink. Skin and Hair Hypopigmentation: Hair and eyelashes may be under pigmented. In ocular albinism, the hair and skin pigmmentation may not be effected. Nystagmus, a jerky motion to the eyes is usually present. Strabismus: Often the eyes may not work together as a binocular team. An eye may cross in or turn out. Brain Retina Connections: The pathways from the retina to brain may follow different pathways than in non-albinos.
Albinism In Popular Culture
Explore the mythology of albinism.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Skin Disorders albinismA L B I N I S M. IN POPULAR CULTURE.
http://www.lunaeterna.net/popcult/
The Family Village / Library / Albinism & Hypopigmentation
albinism Hypopigmentation. Related Disorders HermanskyPudlak Syndrome, Waardenburg Syndrome
http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/lib_albi.htm

Extractions: Web: http://www.albinism.org/ NOAH provides information and support regarding albinism and related conditions, promotes public and professional education about these conditions, and encourages research and funding that will lead to improved diagnosis and management of albinism. NOAH provides networking for those with related albinism, such as minority groups. NOAH publishes a newsletter, NOAH News, twice yearly, as well as information bulletins on particular topics. They also provide a network of local chapters and contact persons, and do referrals to state rehabilitation agencies, providers of equipment and materials. NOAH Web Board
DIRC Fact Sheet - Albinism
Fact sheet about albinism albinism. Fact Sheet. albinism Fellowship Support Group Inc (Aust)
http://www.dircsa.org.au/pub/docs/albinism.htm

Extractions: Email: Sullivan@senet.com.au What is Albinism Albinism is an inherited disorder where there is either total absence or decreased production of the usual normal pigmentation. The pigment concerned is called melanin and only occurs in certain areas of the body. If there is pigment deficiency, it will not have any adverse effects on other body functions such as intelligence, heart, kidney, lungs, liver or general well being. For melanin to be produced, the enzyme Tyrosinase, is a necessary part of the chemical process. In albinism this enzyme is either absent completely, or is present in a reduced amount and does not produce the normal amount of pigment. Hair roots can be chemically tested in a laboratory to determine the presence of Tyrosinase and any resultant pigment. Another effect of albinism is on the pathways of the optic fibres. This does not affect intelligence (see below), but can be tested and can be useful in confirming the diagnosis of albinism. Albinism is also a very varied condition, some people have no skin pigmentation, others have normal skin pigmentation, but reduced pigment in the eye. (see "Types of Albinism"-page 3).
Eye Conditions > Albinism -- EyeMDLink.com
An article about albinism as well as ocular albinism, related conditions, testing and who treats this.
http://www.eyemdlink.com/Condition.asp?ConditionID=59
Albinism Database
Welcome to the albinism Database. The albinism Database is produced by the International albinism Center at the
http://www.cbc.umn.edu/tad

Extractions: The Albinism Database is produced by the International Albinism Center at the University of Minnesota. This database includes mutations associated with all major known forms of oculocutaneous and ocular albinism. The Albinism Database is part of the HUGO Mutation Database Initiative Please use this link for the submission of new mutations Type of Albinism Human Locus OMIM Link Link to Table of Mutations and Polymorphisms Map of Mutation Locations Oculocutaneous albinism type 1 (OCA1) TYR Mutations and Polymorphisms of TYR Mutation locations for TYR Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 (OCA2) P Mutations and Polymorphisms of P Mutation locations for P Oculocutaneous albinism type 3 (OCA3) Mutations and Polymorphisms of TYRP1 Mutation locations for TYRP1 Oculocutaneous albinism type 4 (OCA4) MATP Mutations and Polymorphisms of MATP Mutation locations for MATP Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome type 1 (HPS1) Mutations and Polymorphisms of HPS1 Mutation locations for HPS1 Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome type 2 (HPS2) Mutations and Polymorphisms of ADTB3A Mutation locations for ADTB3A Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome type 3 (HPS3) Mutations and Polymorphisms of HPS3 Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome type 4 (HPS4) Chediak-Higashi Syndrome Mutations and Polymorphisms of CHS1 Mutation locations for CHS1 Ocular Albinism type 1 Mutations and Polymorphisms of OA1 Mutation locations for OA1 Table of pigment associated genes This table is a list of mouse coat color associated genes, their human homologues and associated human diseases. There are also links to Jackson Laboratories and OMIM for each of the loci.
Vision Of Children - Childhood Blindness And Vision Impairment
Groups aims include the eradication of hereditary childhood blindness, ocular albinism and other blindness.
http://www.visionofchildren.org

Extractions: Vision of Children - Dedicated to the eradication of childhood hereditary blindness, including Ocular Albinism and other related genetic vision disorders. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Dimension One Spas ( www.d1spas.com ) announced plans to sponsor a national fundraising program to benefit the Vision of Children Foundation. more... UPDATE! Thanks to skillful video filming by NOAH member Dan Lee at the July NOAH conference held in Concord, CA, VOC can now offer a videotape of VOC Scientific Advisory Board Member, Dr. Richard A. Lewis M.D., M.S., speaking on the historical background and distinctive features of Ocular Albinism. He also elaborates on the difference in diagnosis between OA and OCA which is still a source of confusion for many families and physicians alike. Dr. Lewis, an expert on OA and other genetic visual conditions, provides information helpful to any individual or family affected by this condition. Interested individuals can contact the Foundation at 858- or acarter@visionofchildren.org
Facts About Albinism
Common Questions About albinism. Can people with albinism have children? Do peoplewith albinism have a normal life span? Questions Answers What is albinism?
http://www.cbc.umn.edu/iac/newfacts.htm

Extractions: About the Authors What is Albinism? The word " albinism " refers to a group of inherited conditions. People with albinism have little or no pigment in the eyes, skin, and hair (or in some cases in the eyes alone). They have inherited from their parents an altered copy of a genes that does not work correctly. The altered gene does not allow the body to make the usual amounts of a pigment called melanin Approximately one in 17,000 people have one of the types of albinism. About 18,000 people in the United States are affected. Albinism affects people from all races. The parents of most children with albinism have normal hair and eye color for their ethnic background, and do not have a family history of albinism. What is melanin pigment?
Knowlton Family Homepage
Mike, Carin, Bianca and Tanya. Contains albinism, history, sports, and photos.
http://www.knowlton.clara.net/family/

Extractions: This family is crazier than a coconut!!......... Genealogy Our little corner of the world. A look see at where we are in the world. Mad Sports Scrapbook The Reading Rock Festival, UK History Covering the current History from when, as DJ Mike Ocean, I met a girl, Carin in 77 on a Middle Eastern Island called Bahrain........ Albinism This is an insight to what it is like being an Albino in today's society, told in basic simple terms, by Bianca as seen through her eyes and with other family members experiences as well. There is some technical stuff for those that are interested. links history albinism genealogy ... photo album Michael Gordon Knowlton
Albinogene
Article discussing the interactions of the incompletely dominant albinism alleles of Siamese and Burmese.
http://homepages.tig.com.au/~coslinka/albinogene.html
Low Vision Associates
Helping patients with the latest on low vision, whether from injury, aging, glaucoma, macular degeneration, albinism, retinitus pigmentosa, diabetes or other, specialty lenses or contacts may help.
http://lowvisionassociates.com

Extractions: Low Vision is a condition in which a person has some vision but it is limited. This condition may interfere with daily pastimes such as reading and watching television. People with low vision generally have some remaining vision with reduced sharpness, narrowed vision, haziness or blind areas. About one out of every 6 Americans has low vision. It can affect people of all ages. Low vision is often the result of an injury, birth defect, the aging process, disease or condition such as ocular albinism, retinitis pigmentosa, or stargardts macular dystrophy. If the condition develops later in life, it is usually caused by glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration or diabetes. Yes! Today many new optical devices and systems can help Low Vision patients see better. However the patient must be motivated to see better and show a willingness to work toward that goal. Low Vision Associates was founded in 1986 to help people with vision problems. In that time, we have assisted thousands of patients. Even many patients who were told by other doctors that "they could do nothing more to help them" have been helped here. Low Vision Associates specializes in fitting the latest eyeglass and contact lenses including telescopic and microscopic lenses, filtered lenses, high powered and prismatic lenses which may be helpful for many conditions.
Heliophobe Worldwide Index
A notso-sexual fetish magazine exclusively devoted to pale-skinned women. Each issue contains how-to advice on avoiding sunlight, beauty tips on accentuating paleness, and notices honoring albinism. Also, we print fiction, comics, and the photos of readers.
http://www.hotweird.com/heliophobe/

Extractions: see ordering information below Heliophobe is a not-so-sexual fetish magazine exclusively devoted to pale -skinned women. Each issue contains how-to advice on avoiding sunlight, beauty tips on accentuating paleness , and notices honoring albinism . Also, we print fiction, comics, and the photos of readers. Heliophobe is certainly of interest to all Gothic girls and Death-Rock chicks (and the men who love them!). If you are a pale -skinned woman, you need this zine in order to survive the ozoneless nightmare of the future! A sample issue costs $3.00 US and you can get H#1 included for just $5.00. Heliophobe does not make money by selling ad space (like so many other zines out there) so if you feel particularly generous, please send as much as $10.00 and I'll send you something extra.
Albinism In Film
FILM. Many characters intended to be people with albinism have madeappearances on TV and in the movies. Unfortunately, the depictions
http://www.lunaeterna.net/popcult/film.htm

Extractions: F I L M Many characters intended to be people with albinism have made appearances on TV and in the movies. Unfortunately, the depictions have been overwhelmingly negative, revealing a great deal of insensitivity and ignorance on the part of the writers and directors. Below is a chronology of movies and television shows featuring depictions of albinism, beginning with the most recent. THE TIME MACHINE: Directed by Simon Wells, 2002. The Morlocks have a master, the Uber-Morlock, a calculating and vitriolic albino arch-villain so intelligent that an extension of his brain is visible above his spine. Despite that intelligence, however, he is vanquished in short order by the film's hero. Those of you with the QuickTime multimedia player may be interested in a movie clip featuring the Uber-Morlock This slapstick comedy features a character called "Whitey" and "Casper" who is openly ridiculed about his albinism. His use of a bioptic (a telescopic lens mounted on glasses), which some people with albinism use to help improve their distance vision, is also mocked in the movie. Rintaro's X-1999: Clamp Studios, 1999.
Vision Without Much Sight
Holly Hansen, a legally blind person with albinism who is an artist and photographer.
http://communities.msn.com/VisionWithoutMuchSight/home.html
-- Albinism - Craig's Personal Story --
Information about albinism from a person who has it. Frequently asked questions, links, music and pictures.
http://webhome.idirect.com/~crona/

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