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Volunteers are highly valued members of the Retina UK team and essential to our ability to achieve our vision of a world where all those affected by inherited retinal conditions are able to live a fulfilling life.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering. Please complete the following form and we’ll respond as soon as we can.

Our vision is a world where everyone with inherited sight loss is able to live a fulfilling life.

Stem cells are a special type of cell, which under the right conditions can be encouraged to grow into any other type of cell in the body, including retinal cells (rods, cones and retinal pigment epithelial cells).

There are about 125 million rod and cone cells within the retina that act as the eye's light receptors.

Growth factors are substances that promote the health and function of cells and tissues in the body.

In 2023, the annual Isle of Wight walk in support of Retina UK will return. Starting at Ryde Pier, walkers will follow a five mile scenic walk with spectacular views.

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• Isle of Wight

Whether you are looking for practical information or emotional support, online, by phone or face-to-face, we’re here to help.

This page explains the different types of genetic tests: diagnostic testing, predictive testing, carrier testing and research testing

Do you know your facts from your fiction? Host a quiz for Retina UK and raise vital funds for our ground-breaking work.

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