Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
A general term used for several lung diseases
A
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
2
Q
2 Primary causes of COPD
A
Smoking
Alpha 1-Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency
3
Q
A protective substance produced in the liver and transported to the lungs to help fight inflammation
A
Alpha 1-Antitrypsin (AAT)
