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Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is a protein naturally produced by the liver and fetus during pregnancy. In adults, elevated AFP levels may indicate liver cancer, testicular tumors, or chronic liver diseases such as cirrhosis. The AFP test serves as a diagnostic tool to monitor these conditions, assist in early tumor detection, and is sometimes used in prenatal screening to detect certain fetal abnormalities.

Early Detection & Prevention

Alpha Feto Protein, AFP

Test Code: MTC00057

It is a test that measures the level of alpha-fetoprotein in the blood, a protein produced by the liver and fetus during pregnancy, used as a marker for diagnosing and monitoring certain conditions such as liver cancer.?

Sample Type

Blood

Preparation

Without Fasting

TAT

4 hours

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AFP levels rise in liver cancer, testicular tumors, and some chronic liver diseases like cirrhosis.
During pregnancy, it is used to screen for certain fetal abnormalities such as neural tube defects.
No, elevated AFP does not always indicate cancer, as it can rise in other conditions.
Yes, chronic liver diseases, hepatitis infections, and other conditions can increase AFP.
No, AFP should be used alongside other tests like imaging and clinical evaluation.

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