A patient is undergoing venipuncture for collection of a blood sample for $\alpha$₁-antitrypsin testing.Which condition is this type of testing most useful in identifying? A)Coronary artery disease B)Joint disease C)Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) D)Hepatitis

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F1F1F1S1F1F1F10₁-antitrypsin testing is most useful in identifying chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is a known risk factor for the development of COPD. It is not useful for identifying coronary artery disease, joint disease, or hepatitis.

A Patient Is Undergoing Venipuncture for Collection of a Blood α\alphaα

A Patient Is Undergoing Venipuncture for Collection of a Blood $\alpha$