AFP Test
₹799.00
Alpha Feto Protein Test (AFT Test)
The AFP test can also be administered to any person, men or women, to diagnose and monitor liver conditions like liver cancer, cirrhosis and hepatitis.
Note: Read test details, FAQs and test conditions before proceeding to booking.
Description
AFP Test
An AFP test is essentially a blood test that determines the alpha fetoprotein levels in the blood. AFP Test forms a crucial part of pregnancy healthcare and is part of the triple screen or quad screen administered in the second semester of pregnancy or between 14th to 22nd week of the pregnancy.
What is Alpha Feto Protein?
AFP is short form for Alpha Fetoprotein, it is a foetal specific glycoprotein produced in the yolk sac, GI tract and liver of a developing foetus. Alpha Fetoprotein levels are usually high when a child is born and then recedes rapidly.
Too High or too low AFP level in a mother’s blood could show birth defects or other conditions. Levels of the Alpha Fetoprotein can be measured to detect certain congenital defects, such as spina bifida and Down’s syndrome.
Why AFP Blood Test is Important?
The AFP test is extremely crucial for women who are at a high risk of having children with birth defects like.
- Women above 35 years of age.
- Women having a family history of birth defects
- Diabetic women
- Women who have had harmful medication during pregnancy.
Besides pregnant women, the AFP test can also be administered to any person, men or women, to diagnose and monitor liver conditions like liver cancer, cirrhosis and hepatitis. AFP Test is also crucial in the detection of certain types of cancer, like.
- Testes cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Biliary tract cancer
- Stomach cancer
- Pancreas cancer
Why Serum AFP Test Advised?
The Alpha Feto Protein is taken when one is suspected to have liver cancer, testicular cancer, or cancers of the brain, mediastinum, or blood. This test is also used to watch cancer treatment or see if cancer has come back after treatment.
Pregnant women are screened usually between 15 to 17 weeks gestation to help find babies who suffer from neural tube defects or down syndrome.
Alpha Feto Protein Test
The Alpha Feto Protein is done when abnormalities are found during pregnancy and other related symptoms or when the abdominal area is found to have lumps or developing lumps. It is also done to identify possible tumors.
Serum Alpha Feto Protein Test
Note:
- Overnight fasting is not required
- Doctor’s prescription may be needed
- The test result may vary depending on age and health history, etc.
- No special preparation is needed for the AFP Test. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Serum AFP Test.
- Home visit service facility available only for total test cost of above ₹999.00
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