Not Signed In - Genetic Disorder Linked To Rapid Lung Function Decline In Some World Trade Center Rescue Workers
Tue, 24 Oct 2006 07:00 AM EST
... A rare genetic disorder known as alpha-1 antitrypsin (A1AT) deficiency may predispose patients to developing lung conditions, but a new rapid-response test could help identify patients with the deficiency before significant lung damage has occurred. [click link for full article] ...
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