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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Dichromacy | |||
| image = [[File:Dichromatic_color_vision.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram illustrating dichromatic color vision | |||
| field = [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| symptoms = Difficulty distinguishing between certain colors | |||
| onset = Congenital | |||
| duration = Lifelong | |||
| causes = Genetic mutations affecting [[cone cell]]s | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Color vision test]] | |||
| differential = [[Anomalous trichromacy]], [[Monochromacy]] | |||
| treatment = None | |||
| frequency = 2% of males, 0.1% of females | |||
}} | |||
'''Dichromacy''' is a condition characterized by the inability to perceive full color. This condition is a type of [[color blindness]] and is typically inherited. Dichromacy is divided into three types: protanopia, deuteranopia, and tritanopia. | '''Dichromacy''' is a condition characterized by the inability to perceive full color. This condition is a type of [[color blindness]] and is typically inherited. Dichromacy is divided into three types: protanopia, deuteranopia, and tritanopia. | ||
==Types of Dichromacy== | ==Types of Dichromacy== | ||
===Protanopia=== | ===Protanopia=== | ||
[[Protanopia]] is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of red retinal photoreceptors. People with protanopia perceive red as black, and certain shades of orange, yellow, and green as yellow. | [[Protanopia]] is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of red retinal photoreceptors. People with protanopia perceive red as black, and certain shades of orange, yellow, and green as yellow. | ||
===Deuteranopia=== | ===Deuteranopia=== | ||
[[Deuteranopia]] is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of green retinal photoreceptors. People with deuteranopia perceive green as beige, and red as brown. | [[Deuteranopia]] is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of green retinal photoreceptors. People with deuteranopia perceive green as beige, and red as brown. | ||
===Tritanopia=== | ===Tritanopia=== | ||
[[Tritanopia]] is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of blue retinal photoreceptors. People with tritanopia perceive blue as green, and yellow as violet or light grey. | [[Tritanopia]] is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of blue retinal photoreceptors. People with tritanopia perceive blue as green, and yellow as violet or light grey. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Dichromacy is usually an inherited condition, caused by a mutation in the genes that influence the development and function of the [[cone cells]] in the retina. These cells are responsible for detecting color. | Dichromacy is usually an inherited condition, caused by a mutation in the genes that influence the development and function of the [[cone cells]] in the retina. These cells are responsible for detecting color. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Dichromacy can be diagnosed through a comprehensive [[eye examination]]. Tests such as the [[Ishihara Color Test]] or the [[Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test]] can be used to determine the presence and type of color blindness. | Dichromacy can be diagnosed through a comprehensive [[eye examination]]. Tests such as the [[Ishihara Color Test]] or the [[Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test]] can be used to determine the presence and type of color blindness. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
There is currently no cure for dichromacy. However, special [[color corrective lenses]] can be used to help individuals distinguish between different colors. | There is currently no cure for dichromacy. However, special [[color corrective lenses]] can be used to help individuals distinguish between different colors. | ||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Deuteranopia_sight.jpg|Deuteranopia sight simulation | |||
File:Tritanopia_sight.jpg|Tritanopia sight simulation | |||
</gallery> | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Color blindness]] | * [[Color blindness]] | ||
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* [[Ishihara Color Test]] | * [[Ishihara Color Test]] | ||
* [[Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test]] | * [[Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test]] | ||
[[Category:Eye disorders]] | [[Category:Eye disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Genetic disorders]] | [[Category:Genetic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Color blindness]] | [[Category:Color blindness]] | ||
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| Dichromacy | |
|---|---|
| File:Dichromatic color vision.svg | |
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Difficulty distinguishing between certain colors |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Congenital |
| Duration | Lifelong |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic mutations affecting cone cells |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Color vision test |
| Differential diagnosis | Anomalous trichromacy, Monochromacy |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | None |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | 2% of males, 0.1% of females |
| Deaths | N/A |
Dichromacy is a condition characterized by the inability to perceive full color. This condition is a type of color blindness and is typically inherited. Dichromacy is divided into three types: protanopia, deuteranopia, and tritanopia.
Types of Dichromacy[edit]
Protanopia[edit]
Protanopia is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of red retinal photoreceptors. People with protanopia perceive red as black, and certain shades of orange, yellow, and green as yellow.
Deuteranopia[edit]
Deuteranopia is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of green retinal photoreceptors. People with deuteranopia perceive green as beige, and red as brown.
Tritanopia[edit]
Tritanopia is a type of dichromacy where the individual has a complete absence of blue retinal photoreceptors. People with tritanopia perceive blue as green, and yellow as violet or light grey.
Causes[edit]
Dichromacy is usually an inherited condition, caused by a mutation in the genes that influence the development and function of the cone cells in the retina. These cells are responsible for detecting color.
Diagnosis[edit]
Dichromacy can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination. Tests such as the Ishihara Color Test or the Farnsworth-Munsell 100 Hue Test can be used to determine the presence and type of color blindness.
Treatment[edit]
There is currently no cure for dichromacy. However, special color corrective lenses can be used to help individuals distinguish between different colors.
Gallery[edit]
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Deuteranopia sight simulation -
Tritanopia sight simulation
