Elevated AFP levels are seen in all of the following except-
Correct Answer: None of the above
Description: TEXT BOOK OF PATHOLOGY HARSHMOHAN 6THEDITION PG NO 637,711,709 Two tumour markers widely used in the diagnosis, staging and monitoring the follow-up of patients with testicular tumours are: human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and alpha-foetoprotein (AFP). In addition, carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA), human placental lactogen (HPL), placental alkaline phosphatase, testosterone, oestrogen and luteinising hormone may also be elevated About half the teratomas have elevated hCG or AFP levels or both. Hepatoblastoma is a rare malignant tumour arising from primitive hepatic parenchymal cells. It presents before the age of 2 years as progressive abdominal distension with anorexia, failure to thrive, fever and jaundice. It is more common in boys. The concentration of serum AFP is high. <p>
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