Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing

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AuthorMaria G. Essig, MS, ELS
EditorSusan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate EditorTracy Landauer
Primary Medical ReviewerCaroline S. Rhoads, MD
- Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerKen Y. Yoneda, MD
- Pulmonology
Last UpdatedMay 8, 2008

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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?
 Other Places To Get Help
 References
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