Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007025",
  "term": "Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A protein produced by the fetal liver and yolk sac, which is present in the mother's blood during pregnancy. Levels of this protein are measured in maternal serum as a screening test for certain fetal abnormalities. Elevated levels can indicate neural tube defects, while lower levels may suggest Down syndrome.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "fetus",
    "neural tube defect"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 775 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/maternal-serum-alpha-fetoprotein/"
}