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Question
a-1 antitrypsin is used to treat ______.
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Solution
a-1 antitrypsin is used to treat emphysema.
Explanation:
It is a protein that protects lung tissues from damage caused by enzymes. Deficiency of α-1 antitrypsin leads to lung tissue damage resulting in emphysema, a condition characterized by difficulty in breathing due to damaged alveoli. Treatment involves replacing the missing α-1 antitrypsin to control the disease and protect the lungs.
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