
Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 | About the Disease | GARD
Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 is a genetic condition that affects the coloring (pigmentation) of the skin, hair, and eyes. Affected individuals typically have very fair skin and white or light …
Types and Symptoms of Albinism - Verywell Health
Feb 25, 2024 · OCA type 2 is characterized by minimal to moderate pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes, as well as eye problems similar to those associated with OCA type 1. OCA type 3 is …
Albinism, Oculocutaneous, Type II | Hereditary Ocular Diseases
Type II is the most common type of oculocutaneous albinism and is especially prevalent among individuals of African heritage and in several Native American populations. It is an autosomal …
Oculocutaneous Albinism - Symptoms, Causes, Treatment | NORD
Aug 18, 2015 · Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 (OCA2) is associated with the same vision problems that occur in OCA1. Individuals with OCA2 have a wide range of skin pigmentation …
Oculocutaneous albinism - MedlinePlus
Oculocutaneous albinism type 1 is characterized by white hair, very pale skin, and light-colored irises. Type 2 is typically less severe than type 1; the skin is usually pale and hair may be light …
40 Facts About Oculocutaneous Albinism Type 2
Mar 11, 2025 · Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 (OCA2) is a genetic condition where individuals have lighter skin, hair, and eye color compared to their family members. This happens …
oculocutaneous albinism type 2
Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 (OCA2) is a type of OCA and the most common form of OCA seen in the African population, characterized by variable hypopigmentation of the skin and …
Tyrosinase-positive oculocutaneous albinism - NIH Genetic …
Tyrosinase-positive oculocutaneous albinism (OCA, type II; OCA2) is an autosomal recessive disorder in which the biosynthesis of melanin pigment is reduced in skin, hair, and eyes.
Oculocutaneous albinism type 2 - Orphanet
A form of oculocutaneous albinism characterized by variable hypopigmentation of the skin and hair, numerous characteristic ocular changes and misrouting of the optic nerves at the chiasm.
Oculocutaneous albinism - NIH Genetic Testing Registry (GTR)
Oculocutaneous albinism type 1 is characterized by white hair, very pale skin, and light-colored irises. Type 2 is typically less severe than type 1; the skin is usually a creamy white color and …