Transthyretin

Translation of "transthyretin" into Russian

Noun

/trænsˈθaɪəˌrɛtɪn/

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

/trænsˈθaɪəˌrɛtɪn/

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

/trænsˈθaɪəˌrɛtɪn/

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

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