Asked by Munei Tshidavhula on May 07, 2024
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Which of the following is true about plaques and tangles seen in Alzheimer's Disease?
A) Plaques are insoluble, twisted fibers found inside the brain's cells.
B) Tangles are unique to Alzheimer's Disease and are not seen in other neurological conditions.
C) Plaques are accumulations of the protein substance beta amyloid.
D) Tangles are primarily composed of an abnormal variant of omega protein.
E) Plaques and tangles can be visualized on an MRI scan, which is the primary method by which Neurocognitive Disorder due to Alzheimer's Disease is diagnosed.
Beta Amyloid
A naturally occurring protein in the brain, known to play a critical role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease when it accumulates abnormally.
Alzheimer's Disease
A progressive neurodegenerative disorder that is the most common cause of dementia, characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and personality changes.
Plaques
Deposits of a protein fragment called beta-amyloid that build up in the spaces between nerve cells, often found in the brains of individuals with Alzheimer's disease.
- Identify the pathological features of Alzheimer's Disease including plaques and tangles.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the pathological features of Alzheimer's Disease including plaques and tangles.
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