Cataract 15 multiple types

Synonyms: CATARACT 15, LAMELLAR WITH SUTURAL OPACITIES

Summary

Mutations in the MIP gene have been found to cause multiple types of cataract, which have been described as 'polymorphic,' progressive punctate lamellar, cortical, anterior and posterior polar, nonprogressive lamellar with sutural opacities, embryonic nuclear, and pulverulent cortical. [from OMIM]

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18 tests are in the database for this condition.

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MIP
32 tests
Also known as: AQP0, CTRCT15, LIM1, MIP26, MP26, MIP
Summary: major intrinsic protein of lens fiber

Imported from Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)

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Abnormality of the eye
- Cataract 5 multiple types
  Cataract 5 multiple types
  - MedGen UID: 78608
  - Concept ID: C0266537
  - Finding: Congenital Abnormality
  Abnormality of the eye
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- Cortical cataract
  Cortical cataract
  - MedGen UID: 82868
  - Concept ID: C0271160
  - Finding: Acquired Abnormality
  Abnormality of the eye
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- Nuclear cataract
  Nuclear cataract
  - MedGen UID: 140274
  - Concept ID: C0392557
  - Finding: Finding
  Abnormality of the eye
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