alpha-gal

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The same company which cloned Dolly the sheep has now cloned pigs that lack one copy of a sugar called alpha-gal.

Analog Science Fiction and Fact 2004
Primates lack alpha-gal naturally, and it's known to be a major focus for hyperacute rejection.

Analog Science Fiction and Fact 2004
Q: My 16-year-old daughter was diagnosed with alpha-gal allergy several months ago after numerous trips to the ER.

The Seattle Times 2012