Tumour Markers AB Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most commonly elevated tumour marker in testicular cancer?
A
HCG
10-20% stage I NSGCT; 40% advanced disease
2
Q
What tumours is AFP elevated in?
A
NSGCT
HCC
NOT elevated in pure seminomas
3
Q
What is the half life of BCG and AFP?
A
BCG = 1.5 - 3 days
AFP = 5-7 days
4
Q
What is S-100 elevated in?
A
Melanoma
Schwannoma
