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A 30 y/o male presents with self discovered scrotal mass.He also complains of sweating, palpitaions, and recent wt loss.His past medical hx is insignificant.Lab evaluation shows increased T4 and T3 concentrations.The scrotal mass biopsy is consistent with a malignant neoplasm.Which of the following markers is most likely to be elevated in this pt?

A-FSH
B-Alpha-fetoprotein
C-LDH
D-hCG
E-Placental-like alkaline phosphatase

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Testicular cancer secreting hCH (T3 and T4 are increased because of spillover effect)

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Bbb

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dd..

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DD
T3 raised due to tsh simulation by alpha unit of hcg

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β-hCG are elevated

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"D" is correct.