Amylacea
Amylacea
Amylacea (pronunciation: /æmɪˈleɪsiə/) is a term used in medical science to describe a condition characterized by the presence of amyloid deposits in various organs and tissues of the body. The term is derived from the Greek words 'amylon' meaning starch and '-acea' indicating a group or class.
Etymology
The term 'Amylacea' is derived from the Greek word 'amylon', which means starch, and the suffix '-acea', which is used to indicate a group or class. This is in reference to the starch-like appearance of the amyloid deposits when viewed under a microscope.
Related Terms
- Amyloidosis: A group of diseases characterized by the abnormal deposition of amyloid in various tissues and organs of the body.
- Amyloid: An abnormal protein that is usually produced in the bone marrow and can be deposited in any tissue or organ.
- Amyloid plaque: Deposits of amyloid protein that accumulate in the brain and are a characteristic feature of Alzheimer's disease.
- Amyloid beta: A protein that is the main component of the amyloid plaques found in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
See Also
References
- Medical dictionaries and textbooks
- Peer-reviewed medical journals
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amylacea
- Wikipedia's article - Amylacea
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