Transthyretin (TTR), one of the transport proteins, tends to form extracellular deposits that accumulate in key organs, such as the heart and nerves. The formation of TTR deposits leads to the development of systemic amyloidosis, a disease with highly heterogeneous clinical manifestations. Warning signs may include carpal tunnel syndrome, among others. What is the physiological role of TTR in the body and what role does its structure play in the development of amyloidosis?
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