Amyloid
MESHD000682
A fibrous protein complex that consists of proteins folded into a specific cross beta-pleated sheet structure. This fibrillar structure has been found as an alternative folding pattern for a variety of functional proteins. Deposits of amyloid in the form of AMYLOID PLAQUES are associated with a variety of degenerative diseases. The amyloid structure has also been found in a number of functional proteins that are unrelated to disease.
Synonyms
- Amyloid Substance
- Substance, Amyloid
- Amyloid Fibrils
- Fibrils, Amyloid
- Amyloid Fibril
- Fibril, Amyloid
Source last updated 2026-05-24T15:28:18.691Z