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Anicet Kalonji
on Dec 04, 2024
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Plaques and tangles in the brain characterize Alzheimer's disease.
Plaques
Clumps of a protein called beta-amyloid, found in brain tissue surrounding the neurons.
Tangles
Twisted masses of threads made of a protein called tau within the neurons of the brain.
- Identify the features and beginnings of Alzheimer's disease.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the features and beginnings of Alzheimer's disease.
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