10 pack year tobacco smoking history required, current or former smokers accepted.

The DNA studies that will be done as a part of this study will be restricted to/used for studies of genetics associated with COPD. Optional Alpha-1 Antitrypsin swab testing will also be performed on COPD subjects. Specimens will assigned a study ID#

Emphysema

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Chronic Bronchitis

University of Pittsburgh Emphysema/COPD Research Center

Emphysema Research Registry and Biosample Repository

Emphysema Research Registry; Screening Study and Genetic Testing

This research registry will allow us to to advance the understanding of emphysema and to evaluate new therapies for patients with emphysema.

To utilize this research registry with the purpose to learn more about the pathogenesis of emphysema and the efficacy of new therapies, and to provide a mechanism for improving the quality of treatment for emphysema and advance the field.

cedrela montana/kaalium

Emphysema Research Registry and Biosample Repository

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