What Genetic Disorder Has Been Linked to Emphysema?
A) $\alpha$ ₁-Antitrypsin Deficiency
B)

question 58

Multiple Choice

What genetic disorder has been linked to emphysema?

• A)\(\alpha\)₁-antitrypsin deficiency
• B)\(\beta\) protease dysfunction
• C)IgA deficiency
• D)X-linked agammaglobulinemia

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