Background: Laryngeal amyloidosis is a rare condition in which an abnormal protein called amyloid builds up in the tissues of the larynx. This buildup can cause thickening and stiffness of the affected tissues, affecting the voice and breathing. Although amyloidosis can occur in other parts of the body, in laryngeal amyloidosis, the amyloid deposits are …
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Amyloid is a type of abnormal protein that can accumulate in tissues and organs. Unlike normal proteins, amyloid proteins fold into an unusual shape, forming clumps or fibrils that can interfere with the normal function of tissues and organs. What is the significance of finding amyloid in a tissue sample? The presence of amyloid in …
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What is a plasma cell neoplasm? A plasma cell neoplasm is a type of cancer that starts from specialized immune cells called plasma cells. Normal plasma cells make different types of proteins called immunoglobulins (antibodies) that help protect the body from micro-organisms such as viruses. In contrast, all of the plasma cells in a plasma …
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