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amyloid - What does it mean?

Definition of 'amyloid'

English

Noun

(wikipedia) (en-noun)
  • A waxy compound of protein and polysaccharides that is found deposited in tissues in amyloidosis.
  • Any of various starchlike substances.
  • Adjective

    (en-adj)
  • Containing or resembling starch.
  • (mycology) Applied to a mushroom that turns blue-black upon application of Melzer's reagent.
  • See also

    * dextrinoid * inamyloid * nonamyloid * pseudoamyloid