Monday, 24 November 2008 12:41 Health Research Board (HRB)/Medical Research...
Read MoreIdentification and characterisation of novel pro-inflammatory proteases that excerbate lung disease associated with Z alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
Monday, 24 November 2008 12:25 Poster presentations DA Bergin, Greene...
Read MorePilot Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Screening Programme to determine the Prevalence of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency in Ireland
We recently undertook a research project to identify the incidence...
Read MoreNational Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Targeted Detection Programme
Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) is an antiprotease produced chiefly by the...
Read MoreClarification of the Risk of COPD in Alpha-1 antitrypsin (MZ) Individuals
Monday, 24 November 2008 12:20 Funding Body: Alpha-1 Foundation (USA)...
Read MoreAlpha-1 Augmentation Therapy Clinical Trial
Monday, 24 November 2008 12:08 This clinical trial is being...
Read MoreNew Irish Study Shows carriers of the Z Alpha-1 Gene who smoke are at Increased Risk of COPD
Researchers from the Alpha One Foundation, the Royal College of...
Read MoreResearch Breakthrough in Understanding Alpha-1 by Irish Scientists
The Irish Times, the Irish Examiner, the RTE website, the...
Read MoreInternational Collaborative Study To Establish The 1st International (WHO) Standard for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin
Irish scientists based at Beaumont Hospital have been involved in...
Read MoreHigh Prevalence of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency in Ireland
A new study which was presented at the Irish Thoracic...
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What is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin is a vital protein produced by the liver to protect the lungs. It provides protection from the harmful effects of infections and inhaled irritants, particularly tobacco smoke. It can be easily measured by a simple blood test.
What is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency?
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (Alpha-1) is a genetic condition which, after cystic fibrosis, is the commonest genetic disorder in Ireland. It severely affects more than 15,000 people, with another 250,000 carriers also at risk of lung and liver disease on the island of Ireland. It is a proven genetic risk factor for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
How Do I Get Tested?
The Alpha-1 Foundation Ireland provides free testing for Alpha-1 as part of a national screening programme which is funded by the HSE. It is a simple blood test. For more details ring 01-8093871 or email alpha1@rcsi.ie