What Role Does hCG Play in Prognosis and Monitoring?
hCG levels can also be used to monitor treatment efficacy and disease progression. For example, after initial treatment for a germ cell tumor, decreasing hCG levels typically indicate a positive response to therapy. Conversely, increasing or persistently elevated hCG levels might suggest treatment failure or recurrence. Thus, periodic monitoring of hCG levels can be crucial in the long-term management of certain cancers.
