Albinism, oculocutaneous, type 1A (medical condition)

A rare inherited disorder characterized by complete lack of pigmentation in the skin, eyes and hair. Type 1A involves a complete absence of tyrosinase which is needed for the production of melanin which gives the skin, hair and eyes their color. It is caused by mutations in the TYR gene. See also Oculocutaneous albinism, type 1A

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