Albinism, oculocutaneous, type 4 (medical condition)

A rare inherited disorder characterized by reduced pigmentation in the skin, eyes and hair. Type 4 involves a normal levels of tyrosinase which is needed for the production of melanin which gives the skin, hair and eyes their color. However, albinism is caused by mutation of the MATP gene (membrane associated transporter protein). See also Oculocutaneous albinism, type 4