Testicular Marker Profile Test

Testicular cancer is one of the commonly occurring cancers among males. Testicular cancer occurs due to formation of abnormal mass or growth around the testis or scrotum. The diagnosis or initial screening is done by certain cancer marker and some hormonal tests. Cancer markers or tumour markers are proteins produced by the normal cells as well as cancer cells, but are produced in higher levels by the cancer cells. Testicular Marker Profile consists of tests to measure the levels of tumour markers in the blood. This profile test is used along with other tests may be helpful in the diagnosis of testicular cancer and decide the treatment prognosis.

The testicular marker profile test, or testicular cancer test, is a vital diagnostic tool that measures the levels of specific tumour markers in the blood, namely human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) beta and alpha-fetoprotein (AFP). These markers are proteins that are typically elevated in certain types of testicular cancer, especially in germ cell tumors, but may also be found in normal cells or other non-cancerous conditions. The test plays a crucial role in the diagnosis, monitoring, and prognosis of testicular cancer, helping healthcare professionals make informed decisions about patient care.

WRITTEN BY: Dr.Shibani R Medical Writer, Medical Affairs