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Alpha-1-antitrypsin Deficiency - A Simplified Description

Internet URL

http://www.alpha1.org/newlyDiag/whatIs.php  

Sponsoring Agency

Alpha1 Association

Description

Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency is a common hereditary disorder characterized by a reduction of serum levels of Alpha-1, emphysema, and occasionally liver disease.

Related Topics

Topic Genetic Diseases

Review Date

8/14/2007