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Comparison between the positive rate of serum CRP and AFP expression.
| Group | n | CRP positive, n (%) | AFP positive, n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HC | 47 | 0 | 0 |
| CHB | 137 | 16 (11.68) | 17 (12.41) |
| LC | 169 | 71 (42.01) | 105 (62.13) |
| HCC | 187 | 161 (86.10) | 130 (69.52) |
The diagnostic cutoff values of serum CRP and AFP were 2.17 mg/l and 20 ng/ml, respectively. CRP, C-reactive protein; AFP, α-fetoprotein; HCC, hepatocellular carcinoma; CHB, chronic hepatitis B virus; LC, liver cirrhosis; HC, healthy control.
