Albinism: General term for a number of inherited defects of amino acid metabolism in which there is a deficiency or absence of pigment in the eyes, skin, or hair.

NIH MeSH · D000417Diseases

Albinism

Definition

General term for a number of inherited defects of amino acid metabolism in which there is a deficiency or absence of pigment in the eyes, skin, or hair.

MeSH classification

  • C11.270.040
  • C16.320.290.040
  • C16.320.565.100.102
  • C16.320.850.080
  • C17.800.621.440.102
  • C17.800.827.080
  • C18.452.648.100.102

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Common questions about Albinism

What does Albinism mean in medicine?
General term for a number of inherited defects of amino acid metabolism in which there is a deficiency or absence of pigment in the eyes, skin, or hair. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Albinism known by any other names?
Albinism is the canonical name in the MeSH vocabulary. There are no commonly used alternate names for this concept in the official NIH database.
Where does Albinism sit in the medical classification?
Albinism falls under the broader medical category "Diseases" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: C11.270.040, C16.320.290.040, C16.320.565.100.102). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
Where can I get a plain-language explanation of Albinism?
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000417) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗