Alpha fetoprotein (AFP) is a protein produced by the liver and yolk sac of a developing baby during pregnancy. AFP levels go down soon after birth. It is likely that AFP has no normal function in adults.
A test can be done to measure the amount of AFP in your blood.
Your health care provider may order this test to:
The normal values in males or nonpregnant females is generally less than 40 micrograms/liter.
*Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
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