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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).

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

Lynda Cantor was a founder member of the charity in 1975 and one of our original trustees

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Dr Graham undertook research into the basic mechanisms of retinal vasculitis, inflammation of the blood vessels in the retina, and is an important cause of poor vision in patients with uveitis, inflammation of the uveal tract.

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Aged 20, James was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at a routine eye appointment in September 2015 and registered partially sighted, just prior to buying his first car and taking his driving test.

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The aim of the site is to increase the level of awareness and understanding of genetic testing and genetic counselling among people living with inherited retinal dystrophies, empowering them to make fully informed decisions about their lives, healthcare and family planning.

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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If you are a cane user, you may be interested to hear about the new cane tip introduced by Rotacaster that offers improved sensory and auditory feedback, alongside many other features.

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Martin started volunteering for Retina UK in 2014 after retiring as a Chartered Civil Engineer.

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