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Review
. 2009;16(3):471-83.
doi: 10.3233/JAD-2009-0992.

A potential role for alterations of zinc and zinc transport proteins in the progression of Alzheimer's disease

Mark A Lovell  1
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Review

A potential role for alterations of zinc and zinc transport proteins in the progression of Alzheimer's disease

Mark A Lovell. J Alzheimers Dis. 2009.

Abstract

Although multiple studies have suggested a role for alterations of zinc (Zn) and zinc transport (ZnT) proteins in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease, the exact role of this essential trace element in the progression of the disease remains unclear. The following review discusses the normal role of Zn and ZnT proteins in brain and the potential effects of their alteration in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease, particularly in the processing of the amyloid-beta protein precursor and amyloid-beta peptide generation and aggregation.

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