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AFP stands for Alpha Feto Protein.
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It is a glycoprotein that is formed in the yolk sac of the mother.
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It is a fetus specific protein that is formed only in the GI(gastrointestinal) tract and the liver of a developing fetus.
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Then it gets gradually circulated in the fetal as well as the maternal blood.
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AFP (Alpha FetoProtein) Test is the blood test that is conducted for screening the amount of AFP(Alpha Feto Protein) in the blood.
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It forms a very integral part of pregnancy health care.
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This test is recommended usually between the 14th-22nd week of pregnancy.
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AFP(Alpha FetoProtein) Test is a part of triple or quad screening.
