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Is A AFP Level 8.3 Normal?
Question: What does a level of 8.3 mean in a AFP result
Brief Answer:
it's normal
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
this is a normal value. Increased AFP in patients with cirrhosis may signify development of cancer. Higher values of AFP make cancer more likely. For example the double (16) has a sensitivity of 60% and specificity of 90% regarding cancer detection.
A normal AFP and a 'clear' CT and/or MRI are very much against cancer.
Kind Regards!
it's normal
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
this is a normal value. Increased AFP in patients with cirrhosis may signify development of cancer. Higher values of AFP make cancer more likely. For example the double (16) has a sensitivity of 60% and specificity of 90% regarding cancer detection.
A normal AFP and a 'clear' CT and/or MRI are very much against cancer.
Kind Regards!
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