amyloidoses

/ˌæmɪloɪˈdoʊsiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of diseases characterized by the deposition of amyloid fibrils in various tissues of the body.

“The doctor studied the amyloidoses affecting her patient and developed a new treatment plan.”

2. noun

A rare group of diseases characterized by the accumulation of abnormal proteins in the body.

“The research focused on the various amyloidoses that can affect the nervous system.”

Synonyms

  • amyloid disease
  • amyloidosis

Antonyms

  • normal protein deposition