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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.
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Do you do cancer test for blood ca125?
yes,
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 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.
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.
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.
What doctor specializes in the treatment of cancer?
A doctor who specializes in the study or treatment of cancer is called an Oncologist.
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.
A specialist who diagnoses and treats cancerous growths and tumors is called?
That would be an oncologist. There are other specialists as well that can deal with tumors such as a urologist who deals with the prostate.
Can you have an oncologist if you do not have cancer?
No, an oncologist is a cancer doctor.
What is the job description of an oncologist?
The job description of an oncologist is to treat those with cancer. An oncologist is a cancer doctor.
What is a childrens cancer doctor called?
Pediatric Oncologist
