Fetoprotein

Word FETOPROTEIN
Character 11
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Definitions and meanings of "Fetoprotein"

What do we mean by fetoprotein?

Any of several antigens normally present in a fetus and occurring abnormally in adults as a result of certain cancers or diseases of the liver. noun

Any of several antigens produced in a developing embryo, of which the most common is alpha-fetoprotein noun

Any of several antigens that occur naturally in the fetus and sometimes in adults with cancer noun

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The word "fetoprotein" in example sentences

These proteins include recombinant forms of human coagulation factors VIIa and IX, which are being developed for the treatment of patients with hemophilia, and recombinant alpha-fetoprotein, which is being developed for the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis and Multiple Sclerosis. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Abnormal levels of alpha-fetoprotein in amniotic fluid or maternal blood may indicate an increased risk for a variety of birth defects or chromosomal disorders. ❋ Unknown (2010)

A 20-week alpha fetoprotein test showed a “genetic defect” in the baby Christa Kukan was carrying. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Increased amniotic fluid alpha-fetoprotein in patients with fetal nuchal edema. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Amniocentesis is performed for viral cultures, chromosomal analysis and alpha-fetoprotein levels. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The diagnosis of omphalocele is usually made by ultrasound, in many cases following an elevated second trimester maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein test. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Hallak M, O'Brien JE, Isada NB, Johnson MP, drugan A, Evans MI: Thyroid function does not alter maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein interpretation. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The diagnosis of gastroschisis is usually made by ultrasound, in many cases following an elevated maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein test in the second trimester. ❋ Unknown (2010)

When routine testing at 20 weeks showed that Southampton, PA mother-to-be Andrea Malloy's alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels were high, the news was not good. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Serial examination of serum alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels as an additional screen for hepatoblastoma at least everythree months until the age of 4-5 years. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Measurement of blood alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) concentration ❋ Unknown (2009)

At each visit, your child will have a blood test called an alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) test, which checks for the return of the tumor. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Alpha fetoprotein testing is best done 15 to 20 weeks into a pregnancy. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Since 1986, it has required prenatal-care providers to offer pregnant women a voluntary blood test that detects, through the study of a fetal substance called alpha fetoprotein, signs that a fetus may have certain defects of the nervous system. ❋ Unknown (2008)

To identify serious problems early, consider amniocentesis: if the mother is over 35 (the risk of Down's syndrome rises as a woman ages); if certain birth defects are already present in the family, particularly in a sibling; and if there is an abnormal level of alpha-fetoprotein, produced by the fetus, in the mother's blood. ❋ Unknown (2008)

For example, liver cancer cells produce a protein called alpha fetoprotein . ❋ Unknown (2005)

Among HIV-infected patients, the drop-out factor was related to the patients' alpha-fetoprotein AFP levels. ❋ Unknown (2011)

Mammalian alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) is a single-chain glycoprotein and altered serum AFP levels have b ... ❋ Unknown (2010)

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