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Can you have smear test any other way i.e i have heard about a CA125 blood test rather than having to go down there..?
The 2 tests test different things. pap smear tests for cervical cell changes and cervical cancer, CA125 in blood indicate other cancers such as ovarian cancer in ladies.
Does a ca125 blood test require fasting?
No, a CA125 blood test does not typically require fasting. It is measuring a specific protein in the blood, and fasting is not necessary for accurate results.
What is a ca125 test?
Blood levels of CA 125 are used primarily to monitor the treatment of ovarian cancer. A falling CA 125 level usually indicates that cancer is responding to the treatment.
What color of tube for CA125?
The tube for CA125 blood test is typically a lavender or pink-colored tube, which contains the anticoagulant EDTA.
Do you have to fast for the ca125 test?
There is no specific fasting requirement for the CA125 test, as it measures the level of a protein in the blood. It is always best to follow the healthcare provider's instructions regarding fasting or any other preparations for the test.
How much does it cost for CA125 blood test?
To get results from a CA-125 blood test, it may take several weeks. This depends on the doctor, what lab they use and what the results are or what the symptoms are and the urgency.
Will cancer signs show in full blood test?
They can, but it depends on the exact blood test, and what stage the cancer is at.
What does a CA125 test tell an Oncologist?
according to: http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=51281 Ovarian: Transvaginal ultrasound, which visualizes the ovaries to look for tumors, and a blood test called CA125 are used by some doctors now in women known to be at very high risk for this disease, but they are not yet accurate enough to screen the general population.
Is there a test that can diagnose cancer in any part of your body?
the only test that can confirm diagnose of cancer/tumor is biopsy of the tumor cell/cancer cells. ___________ Prior to invasive surgery such as biopsy, a responsible doctor will prescribe blood tests which isolate tumour indicators; Ca125 is one of these markers, but there are others which should be carried out before any surgery is performed. Your GP can arrange this. These tests will generally indicate the presence of cancer in any part of your body and your GP's recommendation will alert a specialist to areas where a biopsy might be appropriate. ___________
How is lymphoma cancer diagnosed?
Blood Test
How accurately do blood test detect cancer?
If you are asking if your blood can get cancer then No. Cancer cannot be found in blood although it can move into the bloodstream through certain forms of cancer i.e stomach cancer. Cancer is usually in the form of a tumor therefore it has to be on a part of the body.
What kind of test is the ANA blood test?
You are certainly right about it not being a familiar blood test. The ANA blood test is a Antinuclear Antibody test. Basically it is a blood test for people with infections, cancer and loung diseases.
