Utility of serum neuropilin-1 and angiopoietin-2 as markers of hepatocellular carcinoma

In conclusion, NRP-1 is a potential serological marker for HCC diagnosis and is better than ANG-2. It is feasible to be estimated in combination with AFP to enhance its diagnostic power. High serum NRP-1 and ANG-2 levels are associated with advanced HCC tumor characteristics.

Source: Journal of Investigative Medicine - July 26, 2021 Category: Research Authors: Abdel Ghafar, M. T., Elkhouly, R. A., Elnaggar, M. H., Mabrouk, M. M., Darwish, S. A., Younis, R. L., Elkholy, R. A. Tags: Original research Source Type: research