Tag: systemic amyloidosis

  • Prealbumin Tyr-77 Amyloidosis

    Prealbumin Tyr-77 Amyloidosis: Definition and Description of Prealbumin Tyr-77 Amyloidosis: Prealbumin Tyr-77 Amyloidosis is a rare form of systemic amyloidosis characterized by the misfolding and aggregation of the prealbumin protein (also known as transthyretin) at the Tyr-77 amino acid position. This condition results in the deposition of amyloid fibrils in various tissues and organs, leading…

  • Ohio Type Amyloidosis (Type VII)

    Ohio Type Amyloidosis (Type VII): Definition and Description of Ohio Type Amyloidosis (Type VII): Ohio Type Amyloidosis, also referred to as Type VII, is a rare form of amyloidosis characterized by the deposition of amyloid protein in various tissues and organs within the body, leading to impairment of normal function. It is part of a…

  • Isoleucine 33 Amyloidosis

    Isoleucine 33 Amyloidosis Definition and Description of Isoleucine 33 Amyloidosis Isoleucine 33 Amyloidosis is a rare form of systemic amyloidosis, characterized by the abnormal accumulation of amyloid fibrils derived from the protein Isoleucine-33 (I33). This protein misfolding leads to the deposition of amyloid proteins in various organs, severely disrupting normal function. Amyloidosis can affect the…

  • Icelandic Type Amyloidosis (Type VI)

    Icelandic Type Amyloidosis (Type VI) Definition and Description of Icelandic Type Amyloidosis (Type VI) Icelandic Type Amyloidosis, also known as Type VI amyloidosis, is a rare form of systemic amyloidosis characterized by the deposition of amyloid fibrils primarily composed of mutated transthyretin (TTR) protein. This condition primarily affects individuals of Icelandic descent, due to a…

  • Illinois Type Amyloidosis

    Illinois Type Amyloidosis Definition and Description of Illinois Type Amyloidosis Illinois Type Amyloidosis, a subset of systemic amyloidosis, is characterized by the deposition of amyloid protein in various tissues and organs, leading to dysfunction. This condition primarily affects the circulation and can significantly impair organ function, particularly the kidneys, heart, and nervous system. Causes of…