Abstract
It has been suggested that amyloid β-peptide (A β) might mediate the adhesion of erythrocytes to the endothelium which could disrupt the properties of endothelial cells. We provide evidence here that Aβactually induced the binding of erythrocytes to endothelial cells and decreased endothelial viability, perhaps by the generation of oxidative and inflammatory stress. These changes are likely to contribute to the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2030-2033 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Bioscience, Biotechnology and Biochemistry |
Volume | 75 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |
Keywords
- Alzheimer's disease
- Amyloid β-peptide
- Endothelial cell
- Red blood cell