Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
A tiny protein with a huge effect: the importance of alpha-1-antitrypsin
Advocating for Alphas
Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency is a genetic disorder that occurs when there is a severe lack of a protein in the blood called alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT), that is mainly produced by the liver. It often goes undiagnosed because it manifests in so many different ways. In order to raise awareness of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and stimulate research, particularly concerning the MZ genotype, the Alpha 1 MZ Foundation was created.
Our Substack aims to share information about alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and engage patients - often called “Alphas” - worldwide, especially Alphas with the MZ genotype.
By means of our newsletters on Substack, we try to build a community for anyone that has to deal with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency: healthcare providers, researchers, patients, and their family members.
Regular posts
We post regular newsletters and other information about alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency. Since we are a foundation, our articles are free of charge. In return, it would be great if our Substack-readers share our content with everyone who is interested in alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency.
And like always, enjoy the ride!!
