Transthyretin

Translation of "transthyretin" into Russian

Noun

transthyretin

transthyretins pl

транстиретин

Transthyretin is a protein that transports thyroid hormones in the blood.

Транстиретин — это белок, который транспортирует гормоны щитовидной железы в крови.

Noun

A protein in the blood that transports thyroid hormones and retinol (vitamin A) throughout the body.

The doctor ordered a test to measure the levels of transthyretin in the patient's blood.

A protein that can misfold and form amyloid deposits, leading to conditions such as familial amyloid polyneuropathy.

Researchers are studying transthyretin to better understand its role in amyloid diseases.

Adjective

Relating to, produced by, or caused by the protein transthyretin.

Transthyretin amyloidosis is an inherited disorder affecting peripheral nerves and the heart.