Alpha Feto Protein (AFP) Test

This test is useful for determining prognosis and monitoring therapy for Hepatocellular carcinoma. The level of AFP is a prognostic indicator of survival. Elevated AFP and serum bilirubin levels in these patients are associated with a shorter survival time. Aid in the management of Germ cell (Non-Seminomatous) tumors. Measurement of AFP levels in combination with HCG levels is useful in classifying and staging Germ cell tumors , To predict tumor recurrence/presence of residual tumor