What Causes Elevated Alpha-Fetoprotein (AFP) Levels?
Disease description:
During my recent hospital physical examination, the doctor informed me that my alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) level was elevated. What are the possible causes of an elevated AFP level?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xu Min
Elevated alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) levels may result from bacterial infection or inflammatory conditions within the body, or may be caused by primary hepatocellular carcinoma. However, liver cirrhosis or other tumors cannot be ruled out as potential causes. It is advisable to visit a reputable local hospital and undergo relevant examinations—such as color Doppler ultrasound and complete blood count—to determine the underlying cause, followed by targeted treatment.
