Which of the following disease is characterized by damage to alveolar sac and is treated by the protein α-1 antitrypsin?

Question

TestHub · Accepted Answer

Emphysema is a chronic disorder in which alveolar walls are damaged due to which respiratory surface is decreased. One of the major causes of this is cigarette smoking.

GMO can be created by the introduction of the portion of DNA (or gene) which codes for a particular product such as human protein, $α - 1$ antitrypsin. This protein is used to treat emphysema a respiratory disorder.

Zoology - Breathing and Exchange of Gases Question with Solution | TestHub

Options:

Doubts & Discussion