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Hereditary amyloidosis is a condition in which abnormal protein deposits (called amyloid) form in almost every tissue in the body. These protein deposits damage the tissues and interfere with the function of the involved organs.
Alternative NamesAmyloidosis - hereditary
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsHereditary amyloidosis is passed down from parents to their children (inherited). For more information see: Primary amyloidosis.
Other types of amyloidosis, which are not inherited, may be:
- Spontaneous, which means it occurs without a known cause
- Secondary, which means it results from diseases such as cancer of the blood cells (myeloma)
For further information, see the specific type:
ReferencesGertz MA, Lacy MQ, Dispenzieri A, Hayman SR. Immunoglobin light-chain amyloidosis (primary amyloidosis). In: Hoffman R, Benz EJ Jr., Shattil SS, et al., eds. Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Churchill Livingston Elsevier; 2008: chap 89.
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The DNA code for one hereditary trait is called a gene.
Which organelle surrounds the cell membrane and contains hereditary material?
The Nucleolus of the Nucleus in any eukaryotic cell contains the hereditary material. While, prokaryotic cells hereditary material is located within the cell membrane floating freely in the cytoplasm.
What are the major forms of amyloidosis?
The major forms of amyloidosis include primary amyloidosis (AL), secondary amyloidosis (AA), and hereditary amyloidosis (ATTR). AL amyloidosis is caused by the abnormal production of immunoglobulin light chains, AA amyloidosis is caused by chronic inflammation leading to the deposition of serum amyloid A protein, and ATTR amyloidosis is caused by mutations in the transthyretin gene. Each form of amyloidosis has distinct clinical manifestations and treatment approaches.
What form of CAA is Flemish type of hereditary cerebral hemorrhage with amyloidosis?
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