AFP 80ng/mL requires antiviral treatment if it is caused by viral hepatitis, or surgical treatment if it is caused by hepatocellular carcinoma.
Alpha-fetoprotein is mainly used for screening of primary liver cancer. The normal normal value of alpha-fetoprotein is <25ng/mL, and 80ng/mL needs to be analyzed in combination with the results of liver imaging and blood sampling.
If the alpha-fetoprotein is 80ng/mL and there is no viral hepatitis such as hepatitis B or C, and no liver nodules are found on liver CT, then lifestyle adjustments are needed, such as regular diet, less alcohol, and regular work and rest, as well as dynamic monitoring of the alpha-fetoprotein value.
Elevated alpha-fetoprotein, if CT examination reveals nodules in the liver, liver cancer needs to be highly considered, and if diagnosed as liver cancer, surgical or interventional treatments can be chosen.
In addition, chronic active liver disease, reproductive system tumors, pregnancy can all lead to elevated alpha-fetoprotein, which needs to be judged on a case-by-case basis, in conjunction with liver function and imaging tests.
It is recommended to seek timely medical treatment when abnormal alpha-fetoprotein is present, and to clarify the cause of the disease under the guidance of a professional physician, so as to avoid delaying the condition.