Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing

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Alpha-1 Foundation
2937 SW 27th Avenue
Suite 302
Miami, FL  33133
Phone: 1-877-2-CURE-A1 (1-877-228-7321) toll-free
(305) 567-9888
Fax: (305) 567-1317
E-mail: info@alphaone.org
Web Address: www.alphaone.org
 

The Alpha-1 Foundation provides resources for people with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, a condition that is passed on from parents to their children through genes. The foundation provides information on standards for diagnosis and treatment, resources and information about alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and testing, clinical resource center locations, research programs, special stories, and education opportunities.



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Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELSLast Updated: May 8, 2008
Medical Review: Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Ken Y. Yoneda, MD - Pulmonology

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Topic Contents
 What Is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency?
 What Is AAT Deficiency Testing?
 Is Testing Accurate?
 Should I Be Tested?
 Why Would I Not Be Tested?
 What Is Genetic Counseling?
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