| Collection | GB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections |
| Level | Item |
| Ref No | UNIVERSITY 1437/2/1/41 |
| Title | Slide showing pedigree chart of 'Alkaptonuria' |
| Date | Late 19th - early 20th century |
| Extent | 1 slide |
| Description | Slide shows black and white pedigree chart of 'Alkaptonuria'
Alkaptonuria is a rare genetic disease in which the body does not have enough of the homogentisic acid oxidase (HGAO) enzyme.
Title below image reads 'Fig. 3 - Pedigree of Alkaptonuria, an autosomal recessive. Key = [Diamond shape with number 2 below]'= unaffected siblings to the number stated and of no interest in so far as the pedigree is concerned.'
Chart has other symbols that have no corresponding explanation. |
| Access Status | Open |
| Access Conditions | The records are available subject to the signed acceptance of the Department's access conditions. |