Fetoglobulin

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Abstract
Fetoglobulin, a protein normally absent in adult serum, is specific for primary carcinoma of the liver. The protein appears to be a product of the tumor, as it disappears after the tumor is removed. The immunologic test for fetoglobulin does not give false positive results, is inexpensive, and is easily and fairly rapidly performed. Because it is valuable in evaluating cirrhosis and in detecting hepatomas in the subclinical stages, it would be helpful as a screening procedure.