Alpha Feto Protein, AFP

A tumour marker test for AFP can be used to:

• Aid in the confirmation or exclusion of a diagnosis of liver cancer, ovarian cancer, or testicular cancer.
• Keep track of cancer treatment. AFP levels frequently rise when cancer spreads and fall when treatment is effective.
• Check to see if the cancer has returned after treatment.
• People with cirrhosis or hepatitis should have their health checked on a regular basis.

If you have been diagnosed with liver cancer, this test may be used to help determine the best treatment for you. Targeted therapy may be used to treat certain types of liver cancer associated with high AFP levels. Targeted therapy employs drugs or other substances that target specific cancer cells while causing minimal harm to normal cells.

A small needle will be used by a health care professional to draw blood from a vein in your arm. Following the insertion of the needle, a small amount of blood will be collected in a test tube or vial. When the needle goes in or out, you may feel a slight sting. This usually takes under five minutes.

No, there is no risk associated with Alpha Feto Protein, AFP

The cost of the Alpha Feto Protein, AFP is Rs. 650

No, you don't need anything to prepare for the Alpha Feto Protein, AFP Delhi.