What causes high alpha fetoprotein?

Fetoprotein is a glycoprotein that is present in high concentrations in fetal blood, is gradually replaced by albumin after birth, and is present in very low levels in adult blood. The normal value of AFP in adults is 0 to 25ug/L. The clinical significance of AFP is that its value is highly correlated with the development of many tumors. A high value of AFP can be used as a positive test for a variety of tumors and is generally considered to be positive in low concentrations: 25 to 400ug/L , and positive in high concentrations: more than 400ug/L.

Generally speaking, the causes of high AFP are the following: 1. If AFP is positive in low concentrations, it is generally a benign liver disease such as hepatitis and cirrhosis, and its value is elevated The company’s main goal is to provide the best possible service to its customers. The body may return to normal levels within a few weeks after delivery.