Alpha-1- protease inhibitor

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Alpha-1- protease inhibitor
A substance in blood transported to the lungs that inhibits the digestive activity of trypsin and other proteases which digest proteins. Deficiency of this substance is associated with emphysema.
Context: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Sources: DHHS, NIH and NHLBI

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