HealthAugust 15, 2026

neurofibrillary

nur-oh-FIB-ruh-lair-ee

Definition

Relating to the tangled, thread-like protein fibers that accumulate inside neurons and are a hallmark feature of Alzheimer's disease.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'neuron' (nerve) combined with the Latin 'fibra' (fiber) and the suffix '-ary' (pertaining to). It describes the physical structure of the pathological tangles found in neurodegenerative brains.

In the news

The article mentions neurofibrillary tau tangles as a key component of Alzheimer's disease progression, which disrupts brain communication and leads to cell death. It highlights how these structures underscore the need for early detection tools like the TODA test.

A 10-minute test may detect Alzheimer’s up to 15 years before symptoms

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