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Tissue Polypeptide Antigen
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Definition
: Serological tumor marker composed of a molecular complex of cytokeratins 8, 18, and 19. It is used in the diagnosis and staging of bronchogenic carcinoma.
See Also
Keratins
Other names
Antigen, Tissue Polypeptide; Antigen, TPA; TPA Antigen