Cause and Genetics
Several mutations have been implicated as a cause of Oguchi disease. These include mutations in the arrestin gene or the rhodopsin kinase gene.
| Type | OMIM | Gene |
|---|---|---|
| Type 1 | 258100 | SAG |
| Type 2 | 613411 | GRK1 |
The condition is more frequent in individuals of Japanese ethnicity.
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