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    Alpha One International Registry
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    		 Genetic Testing/Counseling


    Genetic Information and Patient Services, Inc.

    The following web site offers a look at genetic testing. This is a long, detailed article from Genetic Information and Patient Services, Inc. (GAPS). It does a nice job of explaining the genetics of testing DNA for many diseases that are inherited, not just Alpha 1.
    http://www.icomm.ca/geneinfo/genetests.htm


    University of Kansas

    The University of Kansas web site listed below lists a number of professional genetic counseling centers across the United States. In addition they offer access to Genetic Societies and a search engine to find a genetic counselor close to you.
    http://www.kumc.edu/gec/prof/genecntr.html


    University of Utah

    chart manThe University of Utah offers a web site that discusses genetic testing of newborns for Alpha-1. This article is a bit outdated with information regarding augmentation therapies available, but provides discussion about the various alleles, genetic counseling and life modifications in simple terms.
    http://gslc.genetics.utah.edu/units/newborn/infosheets/alpha.cfm

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