Haematology Flashcards

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What is amyloidosis?

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A term which describes the extracellular deposition of the insoluble protein, amyloid

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How is amyloidosis diagnosed?

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Congo red staining: apple-green birefringence
Serum amyloid precursor scan (SAP scan)
Biopsy of rectal tissue

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What is multiple myeloma?

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It is a bone marrow cancer that affects plasma RBCs

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