Alzheimer’s Gene Risk Triggers Damage to Blood-Brain Barrier
Although scientists have known for a while that the APOE4 gene is a risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s, researchers at the University of Southern California recently discovered that the variant is also linked to damage to the blood-brain barrier. This important structure is what helps protect the brain from toxins. The results of the research might help create treatments strategies for Alzheimer’s.
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/alzheimers-gene-risk-triggers-blood-brain-barrier-damage
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