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Is Anyone’s GI Requiring An Alpha Feta Protein Blood Test? Mine Has Been Slightly Elevated One Or Two Numbers. Medicare Won’t Cover For PBC

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Coral Springs, FL
June 29
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For diagnosing and monitoring Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), the following tests are commonly used:

- Blood Tests
- Liver Function Tests: Measure elevated liver enzymes, particularly alkaline phosphatase (ALP).
- Antimitochondrial Antibody (AMA) Test: A positive result is crucial for a PBC diagnosis.
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For diagnosing and monitoring Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), the following tests are commonly used:

- Blood Tests:
- Liver Function Tests: Measure elevated liver enzymes, particularly alkaline phosphatase (ALP).
- Antimitochondrial Antibody (AMA) Test: A positive result is crucial for a PBC diagnosis.
- Cholesterol Levels: High cholesterol is common in PBC.

- Imaging Tests: Used to rule out other conditions like gallstones or liver cancer.

- Liver Biopsy: May be required if blood tests are inconclusive.

If you have concerns about specific tests like the alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) test, it's best to discuss them directly with your healthcare provider.

June 29

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