ALPHAFETOPROTEIN; AFP, TUMOR MARKER

What this test checks

Measures Alpha-Fetoprotein in blood. High levels can indicate liver cancer, certain testicular cancers, or other conditions.

Why do people get this test?

Used to screen for liver cancer in high-risk people (hepatitis B carriers, cirrhosis patients) and to monitor known cancers.

When you should consider this test

• Chronic hepatitis B or C
• Cirrhosis follow-up
• Cancer monitoring

How to prepare

No fasting needed.