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About Alpha-1
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Alpha-1 is one of the most common hereditary disorders in the world and can result in life-threatening lung disease in adults and liver disease in children and adults. An estimated 100,000 Americans have the deficiency, but as many as 25 million in the U.S. could carry a single deficient gene that causes Alpha-1 and may pass that gene on to their children. Alpha-1 targeted detection tests are available and recommended for patients who have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema. For more information about Alpha-1, please call 1-888-825-7421 or visit www.alphaone.org.

About Alpha-1 Foundation
The Alpha-1 Foundation is a not-for-profit organization with headquarters in Miami dedicated to providing the leadership and resources that will result in increased research, improved health, worldwide detection, and a cure for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.

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