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Medical Conditions - Alpha Fetoprotein

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.

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I am 50, female. Why are my CEA and AFP levels elevated?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. You should get a positron emission tomography (PET scan) done. It is a specific test for cancer cells.

In case of ovarian cyst, will they remove the entire ovary?

Hi, It looks like the right ovary is having a complex ovarian cyst. It could be malignant also (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

What causes elevated MSAFP during the first trimester?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern.

My husband was diagnosed with hepatitis B. How to proceed further?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. When someone has hepatitis B, first we need to know about the status of liver and then we can plan for the treatment.

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