Directory of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Resources
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A deficiency of the enzyme alpha 1-antitrypsin results in low levels or a lack of an essential blood protein that protects tissues in the lungs from being destroyed by enzymes released from the body's own white blood cells.
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Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Association
http://www.alpha1.org/
Non-profit organization offering information and support to patients, caregivers, and families effected by this disease. -
Canadian Liver Foundation: Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
http://www.liver.ca/Liver_Disease/Childrens_Liver_Diseases/Alpha1_Antitrypsin_Deficiency.aspx
Reviews the cause, symptoms, risk of lung and liver disease, and treatment. -
MedicineNet
http://www.medicinenet.com/alpha_1_antitrypsin_deficiency/article.htm
An Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency article with details such as what it is, normal lungs and how they work, smoking, risk factors, how it is inherited, signs, symptoms and treatment. -
Spiderspun
http://www.spiderspun.net/
A haven for those affected by Alpha-1 Antirypsin Deficiency. Facts, chat rooms, assistance programs, and reference material. -
Understanding Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000120.htm
Information on signs and symptoms of this disorder, as well as risk factors and treatment. -
Wikipedia: Alpha 1-antitrypsin Deficiency
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_1-antitrypsin_deficiency
Encyclopedia article on this autosomal genetic disorder caused by defective production of alpha 1-antitrypsin.
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