This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
In a case of Dysgerminoma of ovary one of the following tumor markers is likely to be raised : 
Select and explain. 
A. Serum HCG, B. Serum alphafetoprotein, C. Serum lactic dehydrogenase, D. Serum inhibin
C: Serum lactic dehydrogenase
Answer: C: Serum lactic dehydrogenase 
Explanation: Ans. is c i.e. Serum lactic dehydrogenase however placental alkaline phosphate and lactate dehydrogenase are commonly produced by dysgerminomas and may be useful in monitoring the disease."