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Meet a Researcher: Stéphanie Cornelis and Mubeen Khan
The project aims to develop a cost effective method of examining the entire ABCA4 gene to look for variations that might cause disease.
Tribute to Retina UK founder Lynda Cantor MBE
Tribute to Retina UK founder Lynda Cantor MBE
Retina UK’s Great Bake
Tickle everyone’s taste buds and help raise funds for Retina UK with our Great Bake fundraiser!
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Frequently asked questions
The following questions are often asked by people contacting Retina UK.
x-linked inheritance
X-linked inheritance means that the faulty gene is located on the X chromosome, the larger of the two sex chromosomes.
For professionals
Information for healthcare professionals: Genetic testing and counselling in inherited retinal disease