Alpha-fetoprotein is a protein produced in the liver of a developing baby inside the mother's womb. It can pass through the placenta and reach the mother's blood. This can be useful in testing for Down syndrome and other chromosomal abnormalities.
Alpha-Fetoprotein Screening - A Comprehensive Guide
The embryonic yolk sac and the fetal liver produce a plasma protein called alpha-fetoprotein (AFP). Read the article to understand its clinical significance.
