Alpha feto protein is increased in:
Correct Answer: Hepatoblastoma
Description: IIepatoblastoma Alpha feto protein is elevated in almost all hepatoblastomas and is used in its diagnosis and monitoring. Other carcinomas in which alpha feto protein is elevated are: - Hepatocellular carcinoma - Germ cell tumor of testis (non-seminomas) Non-neoplastic conditions in which alpha feto protein is raised: - Cirrhosis - Hepatitis - Pregnancy Remember - Elevated AFP levels are also found less regularly in carcinomas of lung, colon and pancreas - AFP is a glycoprotein
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