Test Information
This page provides the approved information currently maintained for this laboratory test. It is not a substitute for medical advice or result interpretation.
Category: Tumor Markers
Purpose of the Test
Measures alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), a marker used with other tests in the evaluation and monitoring of liver cancer and certain germ-cell tumors; AFP may also be measured for non-cancer reasons such as pregnancy.
Preparation
Please contact Globalife for the preparation requirements of this exact test before collection.