Amyloid plaques
Domain : Diagnosis
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Simplified definition
A clump of Amyloid-beta proteins, that are not eliminated by the body as they should, that forms between neurons and compress them.
Source: Houria Aiouaz, for Alzheimer Foundation
Referenced definition
“Pathological deposit[s] of extracellular [amyloid] proteinaceous material.”
Source: Termium Plus. Amyloid plaque. [Internet]. Sept 1999 [cited on Sept 7, 2022].
Context
“Testing for the presence of these amyloid plaques on the brain is an important part of Alzheimer’s diagnosis and research.”
Source: National Institute on Aging. Blood test can predict presence of beta-amyloid in the brain, new study finds. [Internet]. Feb 17, 2022 [cited on Sept 7, 2022].
Note
- This term is mainly used in the plural form.
Synonym(s)
Senile plaques / Neuritic plaquesAbbreviation(s)
APs / NPsSpelling variation(s)
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