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HCG Beta Total, Tumor Marker
The HCG Beta Total, Tumor Marker test measures the level of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone in the blood. It is produced by the placenta and is normally detected in the blood during pregnancy. However, HCG may be elevated in men or non-pregnant wome...
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The HCG Beta Total, Tumor Marker test measures the level of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) hormone in the blood. It is produced by the placenta and is normally detected in the blood during pregnancy. However, HCG may be elevated in men or non-pre...
Understanding HCG Beta Total, Tumor Marker
HCG, also known as Beta HCG, is not present in men or non-pregnant women under normal conditions. However, in some cancers, this hormone may be produced, thereby serving as a useful tumor marker. HCG concentrations in the blood may be increased in various gestational trophoblastic diseases (a group of tumors that develop during the early stages of pregnancy), and germ cell tumors (tumors in ovaries and testicles). HCG levels are also seen to be elevated in other cancers such as liver, neuroendocrine, breast, ovaria...
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