Leucism

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006529",
  "term": "Leucism",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A congenital condition characterized by a partial or total reduction of all types of pigment in an animal's skin, hair, or feathers, resulting in a white or pale appearance. It is caused by a defect in the differentiation or migration of pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) from the neural crest during embryonic development. Unlike albinism, leucism does not affect the pigment cells in the retina, so the eyes retain their normal color.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "albinism",
    "neural crest",
    "retina"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 772 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/leucism/"
}