achromasia

noun

Meaning

A medical condition characterized by the total absence of color or pigment in tissues, such as the skin, hair, or eyes.

Examples

  • The rare form of achromasia left the individual with snow-white hair and translucent skin from birth.
  • Dermatologists studied the patient's achromasia to determine if it was linked to an underlying genetic disorder.

Synonyms: colorlessness, albinism, depigmentation, achromatosis