Alipore Socialwelfaretrust Alipore Hospital

15/11/2025

1. AFP (Alpha-Fetoprotein)
Cancers:
• Hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer)
• Non-seminomatous germ cell tumors (te**is, o***y)
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• Diagnosis and monitoring of liver cancer
• Monitoring treatment and recurrence in germ cell tumors

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2. CEA (Carcinoembryonic Antigen)
Cancers:
• Colorectal cancer
• Pancreatic, gastric, lung, and breast cancers
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• Monitoring cancer recurrence
• Limited use in diagnosis due to low specificity

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3. CA-125 (Cancer Antigen 125)
Cancer:
• Ovarian cancer (especially epithelial type)
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• Monitoring treatment and recurrence
• Sometimes used in screening high-risk women
• Note: Can also rise in benign conditions (e.g., endometriosis, menstruation)

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4. CA 19-9 (Carbohydrate Antigen 19-9)
Cancers:
• Pancreatic cancer
• Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer)
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• Monitoring response to treatment
• Poor sensitivity in early-stage disease

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5. CA 15-3 / CA 27.29
Cancer:
• Breast cancer
:
• Monitoring for recurrence or metastasis
• Note: Not recommended for screening

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6. PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen)
Cancer:
• Prostate cancer
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• Screening, diagnosis, and monitoring treatment
• Note: Can be elevated in benign conditions (e.g., BPH, prostatitis)

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7. hCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)
Cancers:
• Gestational trophoblastic disease
• Testicular germ cell tumors (especially choriocarcinoma)
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• Diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and recurrence detection
• Note: Also elevated in pregnancy

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8. Calcitonin
Cancer:
• Medullary thyroid carcinoma
:
• Diagnosis and post-surgical monitoring
• Note: Secreted by C-cells of the thyroid

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9. LDH (Lactate Dehydrogenase)
Cancers:
• Lymphomas
• Germ cell tumors
:
• General marker of cell turnover or tissue damage
• Note: Not cancer-specific

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10. Thyroglobulin
Cancer:
• Differentiated thyroid cancer (papillary and follicular)
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• Monitoring recurrence post-thyroidectomy and radioactive iodine ablation
• Note: Should not be used if anti-thyroglobulin antibodies are present

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09/10/2025

🏔️ Mount Everest Becomes Visible from Bihar Town — A Rare Natural Wonder! 🌄

Residents of Jaynagar, a border town in Bihar’s Madhubani district, witnessed a once-in-a-while natural spectacle — the majestic Mount Everest visible from their homes. This rare sight was made possible thanks to clear skies and significantly cleaner air in the region.

Usually, the towering Himalayan peaks are hidden behind fog, clouds, and pollution. But during crisp, clear days, the snow-capped mountains appear in all their glory. Locals described how the peaks changed colors throughout the day — from copper to gold to silver at sunrise, and from silver to gold to bronze as the sun set, slowly fading into the evening sky.

From rooftops and even the Kamla River barrage, the view left residents mesmerized, inspiring awe and a deeper connection with nature. Many said moments like these remind us of the wonders around us and highlight the importance of protecting our environment for future generations.

This extraordinary event is not just a treat for the eyes, but a powerful reminder of the value of clean air and environmental stewardship.

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