Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy Report

Cerebral Amyloid AngiopathyCerebral amyloid angiopathy is characterized by the accumulation of amyloid proteins in the cerebral blood vessels, which leads to severe vascular damage, stroke and decline in cognitive functions. Genetics plays a major role in its onset, as the underlying mutations interfere with the maintenance of neurons and apoptosis.5 genes analyzed It is recommended if: This report is indicated for those with a positive family history of the disease and/or with signs and symptoms suggestive of it, such as early cognitive impairment, cerebral ischemic episodes and angiopathy. List of main conditions: Cerebral amyloid angiopathy, Dutch, Italian, Iowa, Flemish, Arctic variants Amyloidosis, hereditary, transthyretin-related