WHAT IS ALPHA-1?
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1) is a genetic (inherited) condition – it is passed from parents to their children through their genes. Alpha-1 may result in serious lung disease in adults and/or liver disease at any age.
TESTING FOR ALPHA-1
The Alpha-1 Foundation encourages testing for Alpha-1 among those at high risk for this genetic disorder. Anyone can ask their doctor to test them for Alpha-1 or they may choose to be tested confidentially.
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Respiratory Research Volume 24 Article No. 40: Lung Inflammation in alpha-1-antitrypsin deficient individuals with normal lung function
NHLBI funded research shows alpha-1-antitrypsin deficient (AATD) individuals with normal lung function have lower...
The Alpha-1 Foundation mourns the loss of Dr. James Gadek
James E. Gadek, 76, passed away on January 24, 2023. He was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on September 23, 1946 to the...
Protect Yourself Against Health Insurance Fraud
The Alpha-1 Foundation wants you to have the knowledge to protect yourself and your family against health insurance...
Our Number One Goal:
Find a cure for Alpha-1.
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