Preface Or, Why Did We Write This Book?

Abstract

The book was triggered by the expansion in the field of alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) research. While by no means exhaustive, this book is meant to provide the essential protocols to laboratories ranging from new scientists in the field to more established alpha-one researchers. The aim of this book is to present a solid background by experts in their respective subfield of AAT research as well as state-of-the-art methods that are relevant to the audience, for both clinical and the bench researchers.