A patient with long-standing rheumatoid arthritis develops proteinuria. Biopsy reveals Congo red–positive deposits. Which type of amyloid is most likely?
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Correct answer: AA amyloid
Chronic inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis predispose to AA amyloidosis. The amyloid deposits are derived from serum amyloid A protein.
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