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⟩ What is alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD)?

A genetic disorder caused by low levels of alpha-1 antitrypsin, a protein that protects the lungs. Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (A1AD) puts a person at risk of developing emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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