Serum lactate dehydrogenase isoenzyme 1 as a prognostic predictor for metastatic testicular germ cell tumours
2000
Prognostic Predictor for Testicular Cancer
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Author Information
Author(s): von Eyben F E, Madsen E L, Liu F, Amato R, Fritsche H
Primary Institution: Medical Research Unit, Amtsrådhuset, Torvet, PO Box 142, Ringkoebing, Denmark
Hypothesis
Serum lactate dehydrogenase isoenzyme 1 can predict outcomes in metastatic testicular germ cell tumors.
Conclusion
The study suggests that serum lactate dehydrogenase isoenzyme 1 is a useful prognostic indicator for patients with metastatic testicular germ cell tumors.
Takeaway
Doctors can use a blood test to help figure out how well someone with testicular cancer might do.
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