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In the Alzheimer’s-affected brain, abnormal levels of the beta-amyloid protein and tau protein accumulate.

March 9, 2018

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In the Alzheimer’s-affected brain, abnormal levels of the beta-amyloid protein and tau protein accumulate.

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In the Alzheimer’s-affected brain, abnormal levels of the beta-amyloid protein clump together to form plaques (brown). Abnormal collections of the tau protein accumulate and form tangles (blue).

National Institute on Aging

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