How common is OA?
The population frequency of Ocular Albinism is unknown. Healthcare statistics in North America do not tabulate the frequency of these disorders. Educated estimates vary between 1 person in 20,000 to 1 person in 50,000. It is likely that the incidence of Nettleship-Falls albinism is more prevalent than 1 person in 50,000 due to frequent misdiagnosis.