AFP

AFP, or alpha-fetoprotein, is a protein produced mainly by the liver of a developing fetus. In adults, elevated AFP levels can indicate certain health conditions, such as liver cancer, other tumors, or liver diseases like cirrhosis. Doctors measure AFP through a blood test to help detect, monitor, or diagnose these conditions. It's important to interpret AFP results alongside other tests and medical information, as elevated levels are not specific to one disease and can occur in non-cancerous situations as well.