, Definition
• Deposition of abnormal proteins in between
connective tissues of organs.
• This may affect the brain e.g Alzheimers disease
(β-amyloid), joint spaces etc.
• They are pinkish deposits (eosinophilic) &
amorphous & structureless depositing in tissues.
• Exposure to iodine gives the amyloid a bright
green colouration.