Alpha-1-antitrypsin
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Alpha-1 antitrypsin is a protein that is produced mainly by the liver and found in blood plasma. It protects tissues, especially those of the lungs, by blocking the destructive effects of certain enzymes. A lack of this protein may lead to emphysema and liver disease.
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Primary component of origin
Percent of component
Production
Extracted from sequestered (separated) blood.
Medicinal Value
Alpha-1-antitrypsin replacement therapy has proved useful in the treatment of alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency.
