[Advances in molecular genetic study of myopia]

Zhonghua Yi Xue Yi Chuan Xue Za Zhi. 2009 Aug;26(4):414-8.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Myopia is an important cause of blindness, in which an image is focused in front of the retina. Genetic factors have been implicated in the pathogenesis of myopia. Based on the molecular genetic study, some genetic loci linked to myopia have been mapped, but no disease-causing gene has been identified. Here authors review the genetic study on myopia, including gene mapping and candidate gene screening.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Chromosome Mapping
  • Chromosomes, Human / genetics
  • Genetic Testing
  • Humans
  • Myopia / genetics*