Testicular Cancer

Testicular Cancer Lab Tests and health information

The testicular cancer test screens for testicular tumors that make high levels of specific proteins called tumor markers, such as alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) and human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG). Ulta Lab Tests provides reliable blood work and secure testing, so order today!


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Testicular cancer is a rare form of cancer (the abnormal, uncontrolled growth of cells) that occurs in the testicles. Typically, males have two testicles, which are part of the reproductive system. Also referred to as gonads, these egg-shaped glands are held in a sac known as scrotum just below the penis. They have a slightly spongy feel, with uniform firmness and similar size. Testicles are responsible for sperm production and ideally make hormones like testosterone, which controls sex drive and starts the growth of muscles and body hair in males.

Testicular cancer can affect any boy or man of any age, but it usually affects those between the age of 20 and 35, and the average diagnosis age is 33. According to the American Cancer Society, around 9,000 men are diagnosed with the condition in the US each year, and about 4% of the patients die of it.

Fortunately, testicular cancer is treatable, and it’s one of the most curable forms ... See more