Which histologic pattern is typical of amyloid deposition in the spleen?
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Correct answer: Sago spleen appearance
In amyloidosis, the spleen may show a "sago spleen" appearance when amyloid deposits in white pulp follicles. Alternatively, diffuse red pulp involvement produces a "lardaceous" spleen.
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