Does albinism occur in a family tree?

Answer 1

Yes, albinism can occur in a family tree, as it is often inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. This means that both parents must carry a copy of the mutated gene for a child to be affected by the condition. If both parents are carriers, there is a 25% chance with each pregnancy that their child will have albinism. However, albinism can also arise from new mutations, so it may appear in families without a prior history of the condition.