Our "Genetic COPD 101" presentation offers a comprehensive introduction to pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. This resource also includes educational …

3 days ago · Learn about genetic COPD and order a free AlphaID At Home Saliva Collection Kit to find out your risk for genetic COPD, or alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD).

Oct 25, 2023 · Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency increases an individual’s risk for COPD. The deficiency is an inherited genetic condition with no cure. The resulting COPD would be treated in the …

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (Alpha-1) can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. Who should be tested for Alpha-1? The latest clinical guidelines recommend Alpha-1 testing for: People with COPD …

Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is the #1 genetic risk factor for COPD. Screen all COPD patients with AlphaID™; a comprehensive genetic screening test for AAT deficiency.

Mar 27, 2023 · The genetic test will tell you which AAT mutation you have. If you have AAT deficiency, you inherited an abnormal gene from each of your parents. Different alpha-1 genes carry different risks.

2 days ago · The insidious nature of AATD lies in its 'nonspecific' symptoms— most commonly shortness of breath and wheezing—which are easily overlooked in early stages. 2 This ambiguity …

AlphaID™ screening kits are free and make testing for alpha-1 easy. Rule out alpha-1, the #1 risk factor for genetic COPD.

May 17, 2023 · If COPD runs in your family, talk to your doctor about genetic testing and remember that quitting smoking is crucial, particularly if you have a genetic predisposition.

May 11, 2023 · Alpha-1 is the most common genetic risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a group of respiratory diseases affecting around 16 million Americans and the …