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Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (cont.)
In this Article
- What is alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- What are the signs and symptoms of lung disease caused by alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- How common is alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- What genes are related to alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- How do people inherit alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- Where can I find information about treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- What other names do people use for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
Where can I find information about treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
These resources address the management of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and may include treatment providers.
What other names do people use for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency?
- AAT
- AATD
- alpha-1 proteinase inhibitor
- alpha-1 related emphysema
- genetic emphysema
- hereditary pulmonary emphysema
- inherited emphysema
SOURCE: Genetics Home Reference, U.S. National Library of Medicine
Last Editorial Review: 10/28/2008
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