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Genetic disorder linked to rapid lung function decline in some World Trade Center rescue workers
10-23-2006 · EurekAlert!New research presented at CHEST 2006, the 72nd annual international scientific assembly of the American College of Chest Physicians, shows a rare genetic disorder known as alpha-1 antitrypsin 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.
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