Zebrafish Syndromic Albinism Models as Tools for Understanding and Treating Pigment Cell Disease in Humans
Melanin is the pigment that protects DNA from ultraviolet (UV) damage by absorbing excess energy. Melanin is produced in a process called melanogenesis. When melanogenesis is altered, diseases such as albinism result. Albinism can result in an increased skin cancer risk. Conversely, black pigment ce...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-03-01
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Series: | Cancers |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6694/14/7/1752 |