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Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) Tumor Marker

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Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is used as a tumor marker to help detect and diagnose cancers of the liver, testicles, and ovaries. An AFP test may be ordered, along with imaging studies, to try to detect liver cancer when it is in its earliest and most treatable stages.
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Des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (DCP)

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Des-gamma-carboxy prothrombin (DCP) is an abnormal form of prothrombin, a clotting factor produced by the liver. A DCP blood test may be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), a type of liver cancer.
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Medical Review Board

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The Testing.com Medical Review Board is made up of health professional experts who review all scientific content on the website.
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Strep Throat Test

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A rapid strep test and/or throat culture can help diagnose strep throat, a sore throat caused by a group A strep infection.
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Erythropoietin

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Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone made by the kidneys that plays a key role in production of red blood cells. An EPO test can help diagnose the cause of anemia or help identify people who need EPO replacement therapy.
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Ova and Parasite Exam

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The ova and parasite (O&P) exam detects parasites in a stool sample to help diagnose an infection of the digestive tract.
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Amniocentesis

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Amniocentesis is a procedure to remove a small amount of fluid that surrounds a baby during pregnancy. It is often used to assess fetal health and development.
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