amyloid plaque

noun

Meaning

Abnormal deposits of misfolded protein fragments that accumulate between nerve cells in the brain.

Examples

The presence of amyloid plaque is a primary hallmark used to diagnose Alzheimer's disease during a post-mortem examination.
Researchers are testing new drugs designed to clear amyloid plaque from the brains of patients experiencing early memory loss.

Synonyms: protein deposit, senile plaque, neuritic plaque, amyloid aggregate

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amyloid plaque

noun

Pronunciation: ˈæm.ə.lɔɪd plæk

Definition

Abnormal deposits of misfolded protein fragments that accumulate between nerve cells in the brain.

Examples

The presence of amyloid plaque is a primary hallmark used to diagnose Alzheimer's disease during a post-mortem examination.
Researchers are testing new drugs designed to clear amyloid plaque from the brains of patients experiencing early memory loss.

Synonyms of amyloid plaque

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