A Case of Alpha-Fetoprotein producing Adenocarcinoma of the Lung

Alpha-fetoprotein(AFP) is a plasma protein produced in the fetal liver, yolk sac and gastrointestinal tract. The plasma level of AFP decreases markedly 1 year after birth. The AFP level is usually increased in hepatocellular carcinoma and yolk sac tumor but is rare in a primary lung cancer. We report a case of primary adenocarcinoma of lung producing high levels of AFP. (Tuberc Respir Dis 2006; 61: 70-73)

keywords: Alpha-fetoprotein, Lung cancer, Adenocarcinoma., Alpha-fetoprotein, Lung cancer, Adenocarcinoma.

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A Case of Alpha-Fetoprotein producing Adenocarcinoma of the Lung

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Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases