Function of amyloid and amyloid protein precursor
- PMID: 1320476
- DOI: 10.1016/0303-8467(92)90005-n
Function of amyloid and amyloid protein precursor
Abstract
A short review is given of the functions of amyloid (beta/A4) and its precursor protein (APP). The possible relationship between amyloid deposition and dementia is discussed.
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